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DF03 LJX

2003 Italjet Torpedo

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,834 mi
Last recorded5,834 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2007
Typical for 2003 Italjet Torpedo7,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 LJX
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2007 5,834 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 5,834 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

centre stand spring weak making stand hit the ground

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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DF03 LJX is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Italjet Torpedo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 7,766 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 DF03 LJX, 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 23 years old, this Italjet Torpedo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DF03 LJX registered?

DF03 LJX is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is DF03 LJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 LJX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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