MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,340 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nail in front tyre
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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)
off side mirror insecure
Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 80?
Based on 531 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R959 ADL is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80 in Black with a 75cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R959 ADL, 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 R959 ADL registered?
R959 ADL is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80, first registered on 6 August 1997.
Is R959 ADL safe to buy?
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