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YN53 ZXE

2003 Italjet Torpedo

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,488 mi
Last recorded5,488 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Italjet Torpedo7,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 ZXE
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 5,488 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 5,488 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2017 15,487 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 4,786 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 2,822 miles

front brake lever mounting slightly loose but not insecure

rear tyre starting to perish

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 ZXE is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ZXE, 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 ZXE registered?

YN53 ZXE is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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