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AK02 GWU

2002 Italjet Torpedo

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,322 mi
Last recorded14,322 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Italjet Torpedo11,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 GWU
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 14,322 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 14,322 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Head race bearings dangerously tight (2.1.4 (c))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected Due to head bearings excessively tight (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Sticking, does not return when released (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 Jun 2018 14,244 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 10,516 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2017 10,516 miles

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 3,176 miles

How Reliable is the Italjet Torpedo?

Based on 612 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
871
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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AK02 GWU is a 2002 Italjet Torpedo in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Italjet Torpedo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 11,250 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 Italjet Torpedo fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK02 GWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Italjet Torpedo typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Italjet Torpedo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK02 GWU is a 2002 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 3 May 2002.

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