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R231 YBK

1998 Gilera Runner

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,010 mi
Last recorded18,010 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 YBK
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2011 18,010 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 17,200 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 17,200 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 11,221 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 10,452 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 YBK is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YBK, 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 YBK registered?

R231 YBK is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R231 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R231 YBK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R231 YBK have outstanding finance?

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