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WA05 JKX

2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,236 mi
Last recorded17,236 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 JKX
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2021 17,236 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 17,235 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 17,235 miles

Front Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected forks not moving (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2019 15,717 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 12,020 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 12,020 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 11,462 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 10,394 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 10,394 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 8,736 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 27 Mar 2015 8,736 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Mar 2014 8,096 miles

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

oil leak from stroke oil tank

Pass 8 Mar 2013 7,122 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 6,361 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 5,363 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 4,385 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 3,188 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 3,188 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 2,077 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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WA05 JKX is a 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 10,967 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WA05 JKX, 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 21 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 WA05 JKX registered?

WA05 JKX is a 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 26 April 2005.

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