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Y578 XBT

2001 Piaggio Typhoon 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,927 mi
Last recorded14,927 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 12513,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY578 XBT
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 14,927 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 14,927 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2015 9,480 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

headlamp is poor

no mirrors fitted when tested

possible oil leak noted from rear hub

rear tyre valve is damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2012 9,450 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 28,273 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 21,958 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 15,951 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 12,015 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 6,759 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 6,531 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 4,878 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 125?

Based on 12,462 MOT tests across 2,869 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
818
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 350
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 216
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 200
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 197
suspension bush has excessive free play 181
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Y578 XBT is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 13,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Typhoon 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y578 XBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y578 XBT registered?

Y578 XBT is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 125, first registered on 17 August 2001.

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