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Y588 GDM

2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,507 mi
Last recorded16,507 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY588 GDM
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 16,507 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 16,166 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2010 12,881 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 12,873 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 10,867 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 10,867 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 8,591 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 8,591 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 7,084 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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Y588 GDM is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y588 GDM, 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 Y588 GDM registered?

Y588 GDM is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 5 May 2001.

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