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X171 SGF

2001 Piaggio Typhoon

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

2,135 mi
Last recorded2,135 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX171 SGF
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 2,135 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2015 2,135 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2014 2,135 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 2,135 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 2,135 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2013 2,135 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

rear brake cable stiff causing rear brake not to release

Pass 10 Nov 2011 797 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 787 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Horn not working 11
Direction indicator not working 11
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X171 SGF is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Piaggio Typhoon fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X171 SGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X171 SGF registered?

X171 SGF is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon, first registered on 15 February 2001.

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