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RK04 FHN

2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

9,730 mi
Last recorded9,730 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK04 FHN
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 9,730 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

engine smoky

Fail 23 May 2017 9,730 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

engine smoky

Fail 21 Jul 2015

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2015

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 13 May 2014 14,161 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 14,161 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 9,801 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 9,801 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 8,255 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 7,577 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 7,577 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 4,226 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 823 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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RK04 FHN is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 RK04 FHN, 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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What year was RK04 FHN registered?

RK04 FHN is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 10 July 2004.

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