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R170 SOY

1997 Italjet Formula

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

5,128 mi
Last recorded5,128 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Italjet Formula4,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR170 SOY
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2007 5,128 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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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R170 SOY is a 1997 Italjet Formula in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Italjet Formula models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 4,478 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 R170 SOY, 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 29 years old, this Italjet Formula is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R170 SOY registered?

R170 SOY is a 1997 Italjet Formula, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is R170 SOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R170 SOY shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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