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R297 LCG

2001 Cagiva Mito

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

52,483 mi
Last recorded52,483 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Cagiva Mito25,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR297 LCG
MakeCagiva
ModelMito
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 52,483 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 52,477 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

rear brake pipe needs securing

Pass 6 Feb 2019 52,470 miles

Fairing screen cracked

Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2016 52,425 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 52,321 miles

front caliper play in pivots

very slight increase in engine speed on right lock

Fail 2 Apr 2015 52,321 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

front caliper play in pivots

very slight increase in engine speed on right lock

Pass 3 Apr 2014 52,315 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 51,003 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 14 Jul 2012 51,003 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 May 2011 48,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2011 48,907 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 47,025 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 47,011 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 44,820 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Cagiva Mito?

Based on 3,514 MOT tests across 701 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
922
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 115
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 113
Headlamp aim too low 112
wheel bearings have excessive free play 97
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R297 LCG is a 2001 Cagiva Mito in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2001 Cagiva Mito models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 25,679 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 Cagiva Mito fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R297 LCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Cagiva Mito typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this Cagiva Mito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R297 LCG registered?

R297 LCG is a 2001 Cagiva Mito, first registered on 4 July 2001.

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The MOT history for R297 LCG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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