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WJ52 SCV

2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

30,150 mi
Last recorded30,150 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 SCV
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 30,150 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2015 30,150 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 25,318 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 25,318 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 19,366 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 18,896 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 18,896 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 17,761 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 16,414 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 15,064 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 15,064 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 13,759 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 12,555 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 12,555 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 10,457 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2005 8,493 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 8,491 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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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WJ52 SCV is a 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 10,651 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 WJ52 SCV, 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 24 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WJ52 SCV registered?

WJ52 SCV is a 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 28 December 2002.

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