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R128 PGM

1998 Italjet Formula

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,954 mi
Last recorded3,954 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Italjet Formula7,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 PGM
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 3,954 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering rubs on front fairing doesnt impede lock cables also rub (2.1.4 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 3,954 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition unable to test bike not running (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering rubs on front fairing doesnt impede lock cables also rub (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 2,888 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 2,885 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2016 1,788 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 1,694 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 1,691 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 1,633 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 1,500 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 1,493 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 1,472 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 1,171 miles

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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R128 PGM is a 1998 Italjet Formula in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Italjet Formula models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 7,723 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 R128 PGM, 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 28 years old, this Italjet Formula is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R128 PGM is a 1998 Italjet Formula, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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