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R998 SLH

1997 Italjet Formula

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,615 mi
Last recorded8,615 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Italjet Formula4,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 SLH
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 8,615 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 7,888 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 7,888 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 4,200 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 4,199 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 884 miles

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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R998 SLH is a 1997 Italjet Formula in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R998 SLH, 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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R998 SLH is a 1997 Italjet Formula, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R998 SLH safe to buy?

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