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RX54 LWO

2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

5,888 mi
Last recorded5,888 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 LWO
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 5,888 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 5,887 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 3,958 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 3,944 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 1,010 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 1,003 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 851 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 833 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 833 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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RX54 LWO 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 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RX54 LWO, 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 RX54 LWO registered?

RX54 LWO is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 3 September 2004.

Is RX54 LWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 LWO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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