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YL17 LCK

2017 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,419 mi
Last recorded13,419 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Piaggio Typhoon 508,865 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL17 LCK
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 13,419 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 7,305 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 7,277 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 6,225 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 6,225 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 6,225 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 6,225 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2020 3,431 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2020

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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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YL17 LCK is a 2017 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 2017 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 8,865 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 YL17 LCK, 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 9 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YL17 LCK registered?

YL17 LCK is a 2017 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 29 June 2017.

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