MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,881 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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unable to view front brake disc pad condition
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
unable to view front brake disc pad condition
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS
Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Italjet Formula?
Based on 3,402 MOT tests across 975 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R656 JGK is a 1997 Italjet Formula in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R656 JGK, 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 R656 JGK registered?
R656 JGK is a 1997 Italjet Formula, first registered on 28 October 1997.
Is R656 JGK safe to buy?
The MOT history for R656 JGK shows 9 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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