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NK53 YCX

2003 Gilera Gsm

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

30,582 mi
Last recorded30,582 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Gilera Gsm9,629 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 YCX
MakeGilera
ModelGsm
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 30,582 miles

All lights taped up at time of test.

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 9 Aug 2016 30,106 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 276,150 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 276,150 miles

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 21,297 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 16,721 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 16,719 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

no mirrors fitted at time of test

no tell tale for main beam

Pass 20 Aug 2011 13,747 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 5,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 11 Jun 2010 5,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 25 May 2010 5,685 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Gilera Gsm?

Based on 1,122 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
1,057
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 95
reflector on motorcycle missing 92
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Headlamp aim too high 34
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
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NK53 YCX is a 2003 Gilera Gsm in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Gsm models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 9,629 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 Gsm fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK53 YCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Gsm typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Gilera Gsm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK53 YCX registered?

NK53 YCX is a 2003 Gilera Gsm, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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