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V172 UNV

1985 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,048 mi
Last recorded7,048 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV172 UNV
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2012 7,048 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2011 6,925 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 May 2010 4,437 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 3,755 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 2,082 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 2,081 miles

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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V172 UNV is a 1985 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V172 UNV, 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 41 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 V172 UNV registered?

V172 UNV is a 1985 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is V172 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V172 UNV shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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