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V48 DPV

1999 Piaggio Typhoon 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,558 mi
Last recorded11,558 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Typhoon 1259,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV48 DPV
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 125
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 11,558 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 10,854 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 10,391 miles

Front shock shafts rusty

Fail 28 Jun 2008 10,391 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front shock shafts rusty

Pass 29 Jun 2007 10,352 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 10,352 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jun 2006 6,665 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 6,665 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 125?

Based on 12,462 MOT tests across 2,869 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
818
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 350
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 216
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 200
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 197
suspension bush has excessive free play 181
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V48 DPV is a 1999 Piaggio Typhoon 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Typhoon 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 9,458 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 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V48 DPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V48 DPV registered?

V48 DPV is a 1999 Piaggio Typhoon 125, first registered on 14 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V48 DPV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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