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S508 KGC

1998 Italjet Formula

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,512 mi
Last recorded17,512 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2006
Typical for 1998 Italjet Formula7,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS508 KGC
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2006 17,512 miles

Coolant leak

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nail in rear tyre

Oil leak

damage to instruments

Fail 24 Nov 2006 17,512 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Coolant leak

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nail in rear tyre

Oil leak

damage to instruments

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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S508 KGC is a 1998 Italjet Formula in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S508 KGC, 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 S508 KGC registered?

S508 KGC is a 1998 Italjet Formula, first registered on 16 November 1998.

Is S508 KGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S508 KGC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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