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S198 CGK

1998 Italjet Formula

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,553 mi
Last recorded17,553 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2009
Typical for 1998 Italjet Formula7,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS198 CGK
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2009 17,553 miles

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 45,576 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 45,467 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 41,062 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 40,918 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 36,593 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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S198 CGK is a 1998 Italjet Formula in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 S198 CGK, 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 S198 CGK registered?

S198 CGK is a 1998 Italjet Formula, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S198 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S198 CGK shows 6 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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