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R880 FGO

1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

12,451 mi
Last recorded12,451 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2006
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 509,405 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR880 FGO
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2006 12,451 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Sep 2006 12,451 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2006 12,449 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

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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R880 FGO is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 R880 FGO, 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 R880 FGO registered?

R880 FGO is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 30 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R880 FGO shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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