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SDX 973

1976 Laverda Jota

Green Petrol 1116cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,964 mi
Last recorded8,964 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1976 Laverda Jota34,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDX 973
MakeLaverda
ModelJota
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,116cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 8,964 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 6,401 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 1,907 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 61,270 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 55,702 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 52,602 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 46,555 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 43,893 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 41,942 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 40,307 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 38,745 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2014 38,381 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 37,687 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 37,260 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 37,260 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 36,545 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 36,185 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 35,731 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 35,086 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 34,881 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 30 Apr 2007 34,881 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 34,634 miles

How Reliable is the Laverda Jota?

Based on 2,718 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 8
Horn not working 7
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SDX 973 is a 1976 Laverda Jota in Green with a 1,116cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1976 Laverda Jota models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 34,850 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Laverda Jota fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SDX 973, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Laverda Jota typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 50 years old, this Laverda Jota is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SDX 973 registered?

SDX 973 is a 1976 Laverda Jota, first registered on 14 June 1976.

Is SDX 973 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDX 973 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDX 973 have outstanding finance?

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