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PN03 HKA

2003 Italjet Torpedo

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,917 mi
Last recorded8,917 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2011
Typical for 2003 Italjet Torpedo7,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 HKA
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2011 8,917 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 8,897 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 6,097 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 6,097 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 5,360 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 5,284 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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PN03 HKA is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PN03 HKA, 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 PN03 HKA registered?

PN03 HKA is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is PN03 HKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN03 HKA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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