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DK05 JCU

2005 Gilera Rcr

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,057 mi
Last recorded17,057 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Gilera Rcr14,123 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 JCU
MakeGilera
ModelRcr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 17,057 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Jul 2015 17,057 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Sidecar rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 17,057 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 17,057 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g) DANGEROUS

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Dec 2014
Pass 10 Dec 2013 15,421 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 14,785 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Upper Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 14,785 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Upper Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 10,625 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

head light taped

rear brake has slight travel

Fail 30 Sep 2011 10,625 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Gilera Rcr?

Based on 2,232 MOT tests across 379 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
1,651
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
379
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 180
reflector on motorcycle missing 170
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 142
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Drive chain excessively loose 79
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DK05 JCU is a 2005 Gilera Rcr in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Gilera Rcr models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 14,123 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 Rcr fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 180 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK05 JCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Rcr typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Gilera Rcr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DK05 JCU registered?

DK05 JCU is a 2005 Gilera Rcr, first registered on 23 August 2005.

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