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BU03 VHM

2003 Italjet Formula

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,614 mi
Last recorded13,614 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2011
Typical for 2003 Italjet Formula7,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 VHM
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2011 13,614 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 13,614 miles

Front Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 10,750 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 10,439 miles

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

REAR INDICATOR AND NUMBER PLATE HOLDER LOOSE.

REAR MUDGUARD LOOSE

Pass 5 Oct 2007 8,990 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 7,408 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 6,220 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2005 6,215 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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BU03 VHM is a 2003 Italjet Formula in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Italjet Formula models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 7,242 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 BU03 VHM, 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 23 years old, this Italjet Formula is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 VHM registered?

BU03 VHM is a 2003 Italjet Formula, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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