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V474 NKM

2000 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,665 mi
Last recorded29,665 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2013
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Typhoon 5012,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV474 NKM
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2013 29,665 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Sep 2010 21,116 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 Sep 2010 21,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,775 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 20,775 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2008 19,296 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 1,885 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 18,309 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

steering slightly misaligned

Pass 12 May 2006 15,580 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 15,580 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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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V474 NKM is a 2000 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 12,482 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 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 V474 NKM, 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 26 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 V474 NKM registered?

V474 NKM is a 2000 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 21 February 2000.

Is V474 NKM safe to buy?

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