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PJ54 WEX

2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,726 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ54 WEX
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012

Aftermarket handlebars fitted

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Hnadlebar/speedo surround missing

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

speedo missing

Fail 14 Nov 2012

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

After market handelbars fitted

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Handlebar/speedo platics and surround missing

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

high beam tell tale missing

speedo missing

Pass 14 Mar 2011 7,584 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

battery insecure

Fail 9 Mar 2011 7,584 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

battery insecure

Pass 3 Mar 2010 4,761 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2009 2,510 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 2,510 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 110 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 110 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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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PJ54 WEX is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 11,726 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 PJ54 WEX, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PJ54 WEX is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 9 December 2004.

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