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FJ53 ZGL

2003 Gilera Runner

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

50,545 mi
Last recorded50,545 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Gilera Runner14,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 ZGL
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 50,545 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 50,901 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 50,901 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2013 47,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2011 34,046 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 36,953 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 33,900 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 30,075 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 26,624 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 26,624 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 22,753 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 22,753 miles

Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Oct 2006 19,335 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 14 Oct 2006 19,335 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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FJ53 ZGL is a 2003 Gilera Runner in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 14,538 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 FJ53 ZGL, 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 23 years old, this Gilera Runner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ53 ZGL registered?

FJ53 ZGL is a 2003 Gilera Runner, first registered on 18 October 2003.

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