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R257 WGC

1998 Italjet Formula

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

4,902 mi
Last recorded4,902 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 Italjet Formula7,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Italjet
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 WGC
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 4,902 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 4,889 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 4,766 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 4,327 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 4,162 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Jul 2011 4,162 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2010 3,869 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 3,373 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 2,995 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 2,709 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 2,526 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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R257 WGC is a 1998 Italjet Formula in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R257 WGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R257 WGC?

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What year was R257 WGC registered?

R257 WGC is a 1998 Italjet Formula, first registered on 27 July 1998.

Is R257 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 WGC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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