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S987 VKJ

1998 Italjet Formula

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,771 mi
Last recorded25,771 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Italjet Formula7,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS987 VKJ
MakeItaljet
ModelFormula
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 25,771 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 25,725 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 25,607 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 25,192 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 24,499 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 23,518 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 21,959 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 21,274 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 19,053 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2009 18,425 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 18,375 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 16,857 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 15,047 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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S987 VKJ is a 1998 Italjet Formula in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 S987 VKJ, 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 S987 VKJ registered?

S987 VKJ is a 1998 Italjet Formula, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S987 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S987 VKJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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