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DX05 BNL

2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

12,535 mi
Last recorded12,535 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 BNL
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2014 12,535 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 2 Feb 2013 10,912 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 10,912 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 9,527 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Jan 2012 9,527 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 7,651 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 6,098 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 6,098 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 5,082 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 31 Jan 2008 3,109 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 3,109 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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DX05 BNL is a 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 10,967 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 DX05 BNL, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX05 BNL registered?

DX05 BNL is a 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is DX05 BNL safe to buy?

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