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LF03 NFD

2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,508 mi
Last recorded18,508 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 NFD
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 18,508 miles

Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 May 2025 18,508 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working front brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

battery insecure

dash insecurs

seat insecure

Pass 4 Mar 2020 18,507 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 22,471 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 21,138 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 21,122 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 19,522 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 19,502 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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LF03 NFD is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 10,467 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 LF03 NFD, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF03 NFD registered?

LF03 NFD is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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