Gilera Runner 200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Gilera Runner 200 car check
Is the Gilera Runner 200 reliable? We analysed 672 real MOT tests across 120 vehicles to find out.
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The Gilera Runner 200 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Gilera Runner 200.
Gilera Runner 200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Gilera Runner 200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Gilera Runner 200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Gilera Runner 200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Gilera Runner 200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Gilera Runner 200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Gilera Runner 200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Gilera Runner 200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Gilera Runner 200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Gilera Runner 200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 74 | 91.9% | 5,182 | 7,466 | 11,942 |
| 2011 | 55 | 90.9% | 5,322 | 14,066 | 20,346 |
| 2008 | 126 | 88.1% | 5,784 | 9,838 | 15,304 |
| 2007 | 74 | 87.8% | 8,764 | 14,559 | 17,749 |
| 2003 | 131 | 84.0% | 8,315 | 14,240 | 24,195 |
| 2002 | 79 | 74.7% | 6,270 | 12,255 | 18,463 |
How Long Does a Gilera Runner 200 Last?
Based on 120 Gilera Runner 200 vehicles on UK roads.
Gilera Runner 200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Gilera Runner 200 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 200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.9% MOT pass rate from 74 tests
74.7% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
The best year to buy a used Gilera Runner 200 is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 74 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.7% — 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 200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilera Runner 200 THIS CAR | 86.3% | 672 | 11,709 mi | 24 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 |
| Vauxhall Viva Sl | 97% | 692 | 34,409 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Gilera Runner (76.7% pass rate) and the Gilera Dna (72.7% pass rate), the Gilera Runner 200 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Gilera Runner 200Should you buy a used Gilera Runner 200?
The Gilera Runner 200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.3% across 672 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 200 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (18 recorded failures), headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (6), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (6). 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 200 owner drives around 1,001 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 200 models stay on UK roads for around 24 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.