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X988 KRX

2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,275 mi
Last recorded15,275 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX988 KRX
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2015 15,275 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 15,142 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 15,142 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 12 Jan 2013 14,711 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 14,620 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 14,620 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 13,806 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 12,235 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 10,509 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 8,873 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 7,206 miles

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

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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X988 KRX is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X988 KRX, 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 X988 KRX registered?

X988 KRX is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X988 KRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X988 KRX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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