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XKY 973T

1978 Laverda Jota

Gold Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,579 mi
Last recorded9,579 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 1978 Laverda Jota28,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKY 973T
MakeLaverda
ModelJota
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 9,579 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 9,329 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 9,230 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Oct 2011 9,230 miles

Offside Front Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 9,019 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 9,006 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 8,850 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 8,613 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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XKY 973T is a 1978 Laverda Jota in Gold with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Laverda Jota models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 28,589 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 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 XKY 973T, 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 48 years old, this Laverda Jota is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XKY 973T?

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What year was XKY 973T registered?

XKY 973T is a 1978 Laverda Jota, first registered on 26 September 1978.

Is XKY 973T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKY 973T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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