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V493 EEU

1999 Italjet Dragster

Silver Petrol 179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

4,907 mi
Last recorded4,907 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Italjet Dragster11,359 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV493 EEU
MakeItaljet
ModelDragster
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine179cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 4,907 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 4,894 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2017 4,878 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 4,819 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 4,753 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 4,681 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 4,545 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 4,420 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 4,320 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 4,062 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 3,784 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 3,447 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 2,840 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 2,813 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2005 2,169 miles

How Reliable is the Italjet Dragster?

Based on 541 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Headlamp insecure 8
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V493 EEU is a 1999 Italjet Dragster in Silver with a 179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1999 Italjet Dragster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 11,359 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Italjet Dragster fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V493 EEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Italjet Dragster typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Italjet Dragster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V493 EEU registered?

V493 EEU is a 1999 Italjet Dragster, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V493 EEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V493 EEU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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