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BU53 UWV

2003 Gilera Ice

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,920 mi
Last recorded7,920 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Gilera Ice7,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 UWV
MakeGilera
ModelIce
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 7,920 miles

front mudgaurd cracked

number plate cracked

Pass 26 Sep 2012 6,769 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 5 Sep 2012 6,758 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 4 Sep 2011 7,561 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 7,561 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Gilera Ice?

Based on 4,362 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
1,003
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 237
reflector on motorcycle missing 197
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 157
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 152
Steering lock stop ineffective 114
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BU53 UWV is a 2003 Gilera Ice in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Ice models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 7,902 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Gilera Ice fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 UWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Ice typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Gilera Ice is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 UWV registered?

BU53 UWV is a 2003 Gilera Ice, first registered on 22 November 2003.

Is BU53 UWV safe to buy?

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