CarVerify

Free Car Check

NX51 NZE

2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

21,960 mi
Last recorded21,960 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX51 NZE
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
View full Piaggio Typhoon 50 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 21,960 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 21,960 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 21,781 miles

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

airbox loose still secure

front and rear tyre valves starting to crack/perish

high beam tell tale incorrect

oil leak rear drive

rumble rear drive

Fail 13 Dec 2016 21,781 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

airbox loose still secure

front and rear tyre valves starting to crack/perish

high beam tell tale incorrect

oil leak rear drive

rumble rear drive

Pass 6 Nov 2015 21,657 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2015 21,657 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Inner Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 21,493 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 20,561 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 19,693 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 10 May 2012 19,693 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 18,296 miles

Cracking in the sidewall of the rear tyre.

Pass 10 May 2010 16,599 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 15,908 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 15,908 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 14,781 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,633 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 14,633 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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
Full Piaggio Typhoon 50 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NX51 NZE is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 NX51 NZE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NX51 NZE?

You can check the full history of NX51 NZE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NX51 NZE registered?

NX51 NZE is a 2001 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is NX51 NZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX51 NZE shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NX51 NZE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NX51 NZE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.