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V961 LGC

1999 Piaggio Typhoon

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,870 mi
Last recorded15,870 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2006
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Typhoon11,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV961 LGC
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2006 15,870 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 22 Aug 2006 16,129 miles

Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 19 Aug 2005 12,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2005 12,282 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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V961 LGC is a 1999 Piaggio Typhoon in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Typhoon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 11,318 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V961 LGC, 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 27 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V961 LGC registered?

V961 LGC is a 1999 Piaggio Typhoon, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V961 LGC safe to buy?

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