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LJ05 LTE

2005 Gilera Smt

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

29,326 mi
Last recorded29,326 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Gilera Smt14,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 LTE
MakeGilera
ModelSmt
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2014 29,326 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

suspect fuel leak

Fail 15 May 2014 29,326 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

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

suspect fuel leak

Pass 28 Feb 2013 29,326 miles

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 29,326 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 28,033 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 23,979 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 19,162 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2010 19,162 miles

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

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2009 11,655 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 31 Jan 2009 11,602 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 7,235 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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LJ05 LTE is a 2005 Gilera Smt in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Gilera Smt models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 14,343 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 LJ05 LTE, 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 21 years old, this Gilera Smt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ05 LTE is a 2005 Gilera Smt, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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