Gilera Runner 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Gilera Runner 125 car check
Is the Gilera Runner 125 reliable? We analysed 5,673 real MOT tests across 1,512 vehicles to find out.
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The Gilera Runner 125 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 Runner 125.
Gilera Runner 125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Gilera Runner 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Gilera Runner 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Gilera Runner 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Gilera Runner 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Gilera Runner 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Gilera Runner 125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Gilera Runner 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Gilera Runner 125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Gilera Runner 125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 123 | 78.9% | 7,078 | 11,032 | 16,762 |
| 2011 | 128 | 81.3% | 6,544 | 11,483 | 18,719 |
| 2010 | 197 | 80.2% | 7,342 | 11,030 | 16,451 |
| 2009 | 172 | 76.2% | 7,264 | 12,520 | 19,026 |
| 2008 | 166 | 79.5% | 7,264 | 12,279 | 15,438 |
| 2007 | 238 | 78.6% | 7,066 | 10,174 | 15,299 |
| 2006 | 242 | 78.9% | 7,332 | 10,595 | 15,731 |
| 2005 | 140 | 82.1% | 10,079 | 16,069 | 23,747 |
| 2004 | 306 | 74.2% | 9,182 | 14,952 | 23,397 |
| 2003 | 456 | 74.6% | 7,555 | 12,175 | 18,439 |
| 2002 | 905 | 75.5% | 8,278 | 13,113 | 18,314 |
| 2001 | 996 | 75.4% | 7,619 | 11,386 | 16,230 |
| 2000 | 911 | 72.6% | 7,248 | 11,538 | 16,297 |
| 1999 | 511 | 72.4% | 8,187 | 12,292 | 16,354 |
| 1998 | 150 | 74.7% | 7,923 | 11,355 | 17,032 |
How Long Does a Gilera Runner 125 Last?
Based on 1,512 Gilera Runner 125 vehicles on UK roads.
Gilera Runner 125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Gilera Runner 125 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 Runner 125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.1% MOT pass rate from 140 tests
72.4% MOT pass rate from 511 tests
The best year to buy a used Gilera Runner 125 is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.1% across 140 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Gilera Runner 125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilera Runner 125 THIS CAR | 75.5% | 5,673 | 11,988 mi | 28 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 |
| Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi | 86.6% | 1,845 | 26,618 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Gilera Runner (76.7% pass rate) and the Gilera Dna (72.7% pass rate), the Gilera Runner 125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Gilera Runner 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.5% across 5,673 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 Runner 125 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (238 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (217), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (134). 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 Runner 125 owner drives around 1,511 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 Runner 125 models stay on UK roads for around 28 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.