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R258 DFB

1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80

Blue Petrol 75cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,587 mi
Last recorded10,587 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 808,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR258 DFB
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 80
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine75cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2014 10,587 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 9,471 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 80?

Based on 531 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
357
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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R258 DFB is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80 in Blue with a 75cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 8,385 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Typhoon 80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R258 DFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon 80 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R258 DFB registered?

R258 DFB is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R258 DFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R258 DFB shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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