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YO53 OTL

2004 Italjet Torpedo

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,050 mi
Last recorded14,050 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 2004 Italjet Torpedo6,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO53 OTL
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 14,050 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2012 13,873 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 10,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 23 Nov 2011 10,343 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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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YO53 OTL is a 2004 Italjet Torpedo in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 Italjet Torpedo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 6,478 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 Torpedo fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YO53 OTL, 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 22 years old, this Italjet Torpedo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YO53 OTL registered?

YO53 OTL is a 2004 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 1 January 2004.

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