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WA51 YMP

2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

12,503 mi
Last recorded12,503 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 YMP
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014 12,503 miles

centre stand slightly stiff to opperate

Fail 15 Jul 2014 12,503 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

centre stand slightly stiff to opperate

Pass 29 Nov 2012 17,053 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

frame corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2012 17,053 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

frame corroded

Fail 30 Nov 2011 15,258 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

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

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

frame starting to get corroded

front brake disc starting to get corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2011 15,258 miles

frame starting to get corroded

front brake disc starting to get corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2010 13,396 miles

front tyre in poor condition

Fail 6 Dec 2010 13,396 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

front tyre in poor condition

Pass 25 Nov 2009 11,463 miles

exhaust corroded

front & rear tyres wearing

Fail 4 Dec 2008 9,307 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 9,307 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 7,139 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 7,127 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 5,837 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Dec 2006 5,837 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 4,102 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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WA51 YMP is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 11,678 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 WA51 YMP, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA51 YMP registered?

WA51 YMP is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 18 December 2001.

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