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R231 FYG

1998 Gilera Runner

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,275 mi
Last recorded17,275 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 FYG
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2011 17,275 miles

front brake binding slightly

Fail 5 Aug 2011 17,273 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

front brake binding slightly

front tyre cracking on walls

Pass 25 Aug 2010 3,371 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 3,370 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

pillion grab rail insecure

side stand insecure

Pass 15 Aug 2009 32,610 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 32,610 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 29,416 miles

Rear Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 29,416 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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R231 FYG is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R231 FYG, 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 R231 FYG registered?

R231 FYG is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R231 FYG safe to buy?

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