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V198 LOA

1999 Italjet Formula

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,203 mi
Last recorded8,203 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 Italjet Formula8,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV198 LOA
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2012 8,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 5,975 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 5,698 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 5,290 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 5,276 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 5,166 miles

How Reliable is the Italjet Formula?

Based on 3,402 MOT tests across 975 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 108
reflector on motorcycle missing 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 89
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 80
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 59
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V198 LOA is a 1999 Italjet Formula in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Italjet Formula models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 8,109 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 Formula fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V198 LOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Italjet Formula typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Italjet Formula is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V198 LOA registered?

V198 LOA is a 1999 Italjet Formula, first registered on 7 October 1999.

Is V198 LOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V198 LOA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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