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WA04 GGU

2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,268 mi
Last recorded8,268 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA04 GGU
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 8,268 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 5,202 miles

Centre Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 5,202 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Centre Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Aug 2015 11,931 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 11,931 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 21,565 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 May 2013 21,544 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 18,379 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 18,379 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 14,801 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 14,565 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 14,553 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 8,188 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 5,016 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 4,230 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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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WA04 GGU is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 11,726 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 WA04 GGU, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA04 GGU registered?

WA04 GGU is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 3 April 2004.

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