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R161 NHG

1998 Gilera Runner

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

5,365 mi
Last recorded5,365 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 NHG
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 5,365 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 5,365 miles

All position lamps not working not working due to bike not starting, front and rear (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested unable to test due to bike not starting (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam due to bike not starting (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam due to bike not starting (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc contaminated oil or grease (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated oil or grease (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 158 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 30 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 27,615 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 27,615 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 23,217 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Feb 2015 23,169 miles

Rear Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressures low. cant see brake fluid level.

Pass 10 Oct 2013 18,857 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 18,857 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 18,784 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 18,781 miles

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

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 18,781 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 18,781 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 13,928 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 13,928 miles

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

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2006 6,127 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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R161 NHG is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1998 Gilera Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 11,136 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 R161 NHG, 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 28 years old, this Gilera Runner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R161 NHG registered?

R161 NHG is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R161 NHG safe to buy?

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