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YN53 SXB

2003 Italjet Torpedo

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,592 mi
Last recorded8,592 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Italjet Torpedo7,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 SXB
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2015 8,592 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 2 Mar 2015 8,592 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 8,582 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 7,802 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 7,802 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2011 6,991 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 6,752 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 6,573 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 6,429 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2007 6,423 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

How Reliable is the Italjet Torpedo?

Based on 612 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
871
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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YN53 SXB is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Italjet Torpedo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 7,766 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 Torpedo fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN53 SXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Italjet Torpedo typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Italjet Torpedo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN53 SXB registered?

YN53 SXB is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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