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R649 KRH

1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,192 mi
Last recorded13,192 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 509,405 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR649 KRH
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 13,192 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2013 12,906 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2012 12,344 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2010 11,730 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2009 11,297 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Aug 2009 11,297 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 10,923 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 10,095 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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R649 KRH 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 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R649 KRH, 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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R649 KRH is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 8 September 1997.

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