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LJ53 DVC

2003 Gilera Runner

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

13,495 mi
Last recorded13,495 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Gilera Runner14,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 DVC
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2013 13,495 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2013 13,495 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Nearside Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Front tyre low ppessure

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 23,452 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 19,545 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2006 19,534 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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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LJ53 DVC is a 2003 Gilera Runner in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LJ53 DVC, 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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LJ53 DVC is a 2003 Gilera Runner, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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