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R296 VYB

1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,730 mi
Last recorded11,730 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2005
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 509,405 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR296 VYB
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2005 11,730 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2005 11,730 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 50?

Based on 17,700 MOT tests across 3,745 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
976
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,745
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 365
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 342
Direction indicator not working 311
Tyre tread not clearly visible 301
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 294
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R296 VYB is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 9,405 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Typhoon 50 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R296 VYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R296 VYB registered?

R296 VYB is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R296 VYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R296 VYB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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