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1998 Piaggio Typhoon

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,441 mi
Last recorded18,441 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS298 BTC
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2010 18,441 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 18,441 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 19,734 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Horn not working 11
Direction indicator not working 11
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S298 BTC is a 1998 Piaggio Typhoon in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Piaggio Typhoon fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S298 BTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S298 BTC is a 1998 Piaggio Typhoon, first registered on 15 October 1998.

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