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WA51 VWJ

2001 Piaggio Typhoon 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,857 mi
Last recorded24,857 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 12513,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 VWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 24,857 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 23,908 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 23,908 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 23,198 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 22,556 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey Due to corrosion (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 15 Nov 2016 22,556 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play Rear wheel bearing play causing rear brake grab (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 21,748 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 20,667 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Nov 2014 20,667 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 19,793 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 18,601 miles

Main beam warning light not working

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Nov 2011 17,556 miles

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

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 22 Nov 2011 17,556 miles

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 30 Nov 2010 16,715 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 15,679 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 14,316 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 13,179 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 13,179 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 11,744 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 10,547 miles

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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WA51 VWJ is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 13,225 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 WA51 VWJ, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WA51 VWJ is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 125, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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