MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,115 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 50?
Based on 17,700 MOT tests across 3,745 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S271 HGU is a 1998 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1998 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 9,333 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 S271 HGU, 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 28 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 S271 HGU registered?
S271 HGU is a 1998 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 30 December 1998.
Is S271 HGU safe to buy?
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