MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6,805 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Forks corroding (2.3.3)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 50?
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R543 LFV is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 R543 LFV, 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.
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What year was R543 LFV registered?
R543 LFV is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 22 August 1997.
Is R543 LFV safe to buy?
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