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FJ08 HVB

2008 Gilera Runner

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

15,874 mi
Last recorded15,874 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Gilera Runner9,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 HVB
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 15,874 miles

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Fail 5 Jan 2023 15,874 miles

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 15,675 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 10,462 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 10,468 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 10,796 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 10,796 miles

Leg shield so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 21,050 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 18,800 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 May 2013 15,327 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 15,274 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 14,118 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 21 May 2011 12,034 miles

How Reliable is the Gilera Runner?

Based on 88,690 MOT tests across 16,357 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,001
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,357
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,600
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,150
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,894
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,681
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,345
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FJ08 HVB is a 2008 Gilera Runner in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Gilera Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 9,700 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 Runner fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 2,600 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 HVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Runner typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Gilera Runner is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ08 HVB registered?

FJ08 HVB is a 2008 Gilera Runner, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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