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T287 JAD

1999 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,920 mi
Last recorded23,920 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT287 JAD
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 23,920 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 23,234 miles

Head light reflector poor

Pass 23 Nov 2015 23,045 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 23,045 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute all four (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 22,223 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 21,209 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 20,120 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 19,274 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Nov 2010 18,420 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 17,419 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 17,416 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 16,418 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 15,381 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 13,256 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 13,256 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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T287 JAD is a 1999 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 10,001 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 T287 JAD, 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 27 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 T287 JAD registered?

T287 JAD is a 1999 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 26 March 1999.

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