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S470 JLP

1998 Italjet Formula

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,783 mi
Last recorded3,783 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
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

RegistrationS470 JLP
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2024 3,783 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 3,759 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 3,457 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Sep 2013 2,971 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 2,520 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 2,048 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 1,521 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 1,095 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 615 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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S470 JLP is a 1998 Italjet Formula in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests 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 S470 JLP, 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 S470 JLP registered?

S470 JLP is a 1998 Italjet Formula, first registered on 16 November 1998.

Is S470 JLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S470 JLP shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S470 JLP have outstanding finance?

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