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YP52 FSJ

2002 Italjet Torpedo

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2013
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

9,386 mi
Last recorded9,386 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Italjet Torpedo11,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP52 FSJ
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2012 9,386 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 3,548 miles

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 21 Jan 2012 3,524 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 12,823 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

seat secure but does not lock down

seat secure but does not lock down

unable to test rear light as stoplight stuck on

Pass 21 Jan 2011 11,158 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 11,158 miles

Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

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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YP52 FSJ is a 2002 Italjet Torpedo in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2002 Italjet Torpedo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 11,250 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 YP52 FSJ, 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 24 years old, this Italjet Torpedo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YP52 FSJ registered?

YP52 FSJ is a 2002 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 15 November 2002.

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