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WJ55 OBY

2006 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,846 mi
Last recorded12,846 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 OBY
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 12,846 miles

headlight needs engine revs to illuminate correctly ( Advise new battery )

slight stiffness in headstock bearing

Fail 8 Feb 2013 12,844 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2011 8,511 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 8,511 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 7,363 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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WJ55 OBY is a 2006 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 10,764 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 WJ55 OBY, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WJ55 OBY registered?

WJ55 OBY is a 2006 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 3 January 2006.

Is WJ55 OBY safe to buy?

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