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LX53 FHW

2003 Gilera Runner

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,737 mi
Last recorded62,737 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Gilera Runner14,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 FHW
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 62,737 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 51,076 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 50,881 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 49,504 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 49,504 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 28 May 2014 40,627 miles
Fail 13 May 2014

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 37,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 2 Jul 2012 37,907 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 May 2010 36,589 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 9 May 2009 36,589 miles

Rear Lower Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2009 36,589 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 32,306 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 26,380 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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LX53 FHW is a 2003 Gilera Runner in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LX53 FHW, 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 LX53 FHW registered?

LX53 FHW is a 2003 Gilera Runner, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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