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S789 JBY

1998 Italjet Formula

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,620 mi
Last recorded11,620 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2011
Typical for 1998 Italjet Formula7,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS789 JBY
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2011 11,620 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 11,618 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2006 10,461 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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S789 JBY is a 1998 Italjet Formula in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 S789 JBY, 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 S789 JBY registered?

S789 JBY is a 1998 Italjet Formula, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S789 JBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S789 JBY shows 3 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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