Gilera Nexus Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Gilera Nexus reliable? We analysed 3,378 real MOT tests across 375 vehicles to find out.
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The Gilera Nexus is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Gilera Nexus.
Gilera Nexus Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Gilera Nexus. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Gilera Nexus MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Gilera Nexus to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Gilera Nexus Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Gilera Nexus fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Gilera Nexus Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Gilera Nexus owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Gilera Nexus MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Gilera Nexus year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95 | 88.4% | 8,472 | 16,255 | 26,266 |
| 2009 | 299 | 83.6% | 7,577 | 11,986 | 19,048 |
| 2008 | 234 | 83.3% | 5,063 | 9,236 | 14,820 |
| 2007 | 426 | 81.9% | 7,232 | 12,482 | 20,758 |
| 2006 | 493 | 82.8% | 7,292 | 13,667 | 20,273 |
| 2005 | 431 | 81.0% | 7,328 | 12,607 | 21,634 |
| 2004 | 1,359 | 81.5% | 8,473 | 14,696 | 22,022 |
How Long Does a Gilera Nexus Last?
Based on 375 Gilera Nexus vehicles on UK roads.
Gilera Nexus Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Gilera Nexus 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 Nexus
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.4% MOT pass rate from 95 tests
81.0% MOT pass rate from 431 tests
The best year to buy a used Gilera Nexus is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.4% across 95 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Gilera Nexus Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilera Nexus THIS CAR | 82.3% | 3,378 | 13,144 mi | 22 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 |
| Sinnis Js | 73.3% | 1,831 | 8,884 mi | 12 yrs |
Compared to the Gilera Runner (76.7% pass rate) and the Gilera Dna (72.7% pass rate), the Gilera Nexus outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Gilera Nexus has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.3% across 3,378 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 Nexus are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (81 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (78), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (69). 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.
A typical Gilera Nexus owner drives around 1,006 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 Nexus models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.