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LG02 FWN

2002 Italjet Torpedo

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

23,789 mi
Last recorded23,789 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Italjet Torpedo11,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 FWN
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 23,789 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2016 23,789 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 20,800 miles

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2013 20,800 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 17,687 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 14,685 miles

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 12,367 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 2,425 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 2,422 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2005 2,422 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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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LG02 FWN is a 2002 Italjet Torpedo in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LG02 FWN, 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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What year was LG02 FWN registered?

LG02 FWN is a 2002 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 28 March 2002.

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