Gilera Fuoco 500 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Gilera Fuoco 500 reliable? We analysed 1,772 real MOT tests across 221 vehicles to find out.
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The Gilera Fuoco 500 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Gilera Fuoco 500.
Gilera Fuoco 500 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Gilera Fuoco 500. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Gilera Fuoco 500 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Gilera Fuoco 500 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Gilera Fuoco 500 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Gilera Fuoco 500 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Gilera Fuoco 500 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Gilera Fuoco 500 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Gilera Fuoco 500 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Gilera Fuoco 500 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Gilera Fuoco 500 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Gilera Fuoco 500 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 171 | 89.5% | 5,478 | 12,220 | 23,495 |
| 2010 | 228 | 86.0% | 7,744 | 16,530 | 30,653 |
| 2009 | 267 | 86.9% | 9,462 | 16,608 | 28,986 |
| 2008 | 443 | 87.4% | 8,714 | 18,092 | 30,074 |
| 2007 | 634 | 87.1% | 7,873 | 17,299 | 31,500 |
How Long Does a Gilera Fuoco 500 Last?
Based on 221 Gilera Fuoco 500 vehicles on UK roads.
Gilera Fuoco 500 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Gilera Fuoco 500 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Gilera Fuoco 500
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.5% MOT pass rate from 171 tests
86.0% MOT pass rate from 228 tests
The best year to buy a used Gilera Fuoco 500 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.5% across 171 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Gilera Fuoco 500 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilera Fuoco 500 THIS CAR | 87.2% | 1,772 | 16,934 mi | 19 yrs |
| Gilera Runner | 76.7% | 88,690 | 11,715 mi | 28 yrs |
| Gilera Dna | 72.7% | 25,397 | 7,580 mi | 26 yrs |
| Gilera Cougar | 68.9% | 7,923 | 6,192 mi | 26 yrs |
| Opel Zafira Comfort 16V | 69.6% | 1,803 | 86,671 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Gilera Runner (76.7% pass rate) and the Gilera Dna (72.7% pass rate), the Gilera Fuoco 500 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Gilera Fuoco 500Should you buy a used Gilera Fuoco 500?
The Gilera Fuoco 500 has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 1,772 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Gilera Fuoco 500 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (38 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (19), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (17). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Gilera Fuoco 500 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Gilera Fuoco 500 owner drives around 1,478 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Gilera Fuoco 500 models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.