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Y778 TNB

2001 Italjet Torpedo

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,514 mi
Last recorded7,514 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Italjet Torpedo7,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY778 TNB
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2013 7,514 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 6,944 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 6,514 miles

both front and back brake lever spongey

Pass 26 May 2010 6,514 miles

Slight crack in rear number plate

Pass 29 May 2009 6,514 miles

numderplate cracked

Pass 17 May 2008 5,447 miles

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

long travel rear brake handle bar lever

rear numberplate cracked

screen cracked

Pass 14 May 2007 4,213 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 3,497 miles

numberplate cracked

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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Y778 TNB is a 2001 Italjet Torpedo in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Italjet Torpedo models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 7,959 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y778 TNB, 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 25 years old, this Italjet Torpedo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y778 TNB registered?

Y778 TNB is a 2001 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 26 June 2001.

Is Y778 TNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y778 TNB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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