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R542 FGP

1998 Italjet Formula

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,695 mi
Last recorded6,695 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2011
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

RegistrationR542 FGP
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2011 6,695 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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R542 FGP is a 1998 Italjet Formula in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R542 FGP, 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

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What year was R542 FGP registered?

R542 FGP is a 1998 Italjet Formula, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R542 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R542 FGP shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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