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Y424 RBD

2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,537 mi
Last recorded31,537 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY424 RBD
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2012 31,537 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 26,257 miles

stand not returning to up position on it's own

Fail 29 Jul 2009 26,244 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

stand not returning to up position on it's own

Pass 30 Jul 2008 24,892 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 24,892 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 23,562 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 21,277 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 21,151 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

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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Y424 RBD is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y424 RBD, 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 Y424 RBD registered?

Y424 RBD is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 21 April 2001.

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