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YV03 MGZ

2003 Italjet Torpedo

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,110 mi
Last recorded15,110 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Italjet Torpedo7,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 MGZ
MakeItaljet
ModelTorpedo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2012 15,110 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 15,095 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 14,628 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 11,070 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 10,509 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 9,273 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 9,268 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2007 7,606 miles

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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YV03 MGZ is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YV03 MGZ, 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 YV03 MGZ registered?

YV03 MGZ is a 2003 Italjet Torpedo, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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