MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,322 miAbove average mileage for this year
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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
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))
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))
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))
How Reliable is the Italjet Torpedo?
Based on 612 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is AK02 GWU safe to buy?
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