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WK08 BWP

2008 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

10,555 mi
Last recorded10,555 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2014
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Typhoon 509,154 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 BWP
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2014 10,555 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 8,935 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 8,935 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 8,422 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 8,422 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Rear tyre puncture noted.

Pass 2 Mar 2011 3,363 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 3,363 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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WK08 BWP is a 2008 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 9,154 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 WK08 BWP, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WK08 BWP registered?

WK08 BWP is a 2008 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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