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HF54 HBU

2004 Gilera Smt

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,923 mi
Last recorded31,923 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 2004 Gilera Smt11,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF54 HBU
MakeGilera
ModelSmt
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2012 31,923 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 31,919 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 31,260 miles

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

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

footbrake lever play in pivot

rear brake disc worn

rear brake squeak

speedo cable stretched - light rubbing on tyre

Fail 21 Jan 2011 31,260 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

footbrake lever play in pivot

rear brake disc worn

rear brake squeak

speedo cable stretched - light rubbing on tyre

Pass 18 Jan 2010 30,561 miles

brake pedal lever bent

clutch lever play

rear brake pedal lever play

rear wheel alignment slightly out of line

Fail 8 Jan 2010 30,561 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

brake pedal lever bent

clutch lever play

rear brake pedal lever play

rear wheel alignment slightly out of line

Pass 1 Dec 2008 27,956 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 24,544 miles

How Reliable is the Gilera Smt?

Based on 1,963 MOT tests across 294 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
1,731
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
294
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 132
reflector on motorcycle missing 130
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
Drive chain excessively loose 68
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HF54 HBU is a 2004 Gilera Smt in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Gilera Smt models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 11,873 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 Smt fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 132 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF54 HBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Smt typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Gilera Smt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF54 HBU registered?

HF54 HBU is a 2004 Gilera Smt, first registered on 13 November 2004.

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