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R357 NTA

1998 Gilera Runner

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

21,172 mi
Last recorded21,172 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR357 NTA
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 21,172 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 20,919 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 19,573 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 11,068 miles

All lights masked at time of test

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Water leaking from engine

Fail 9 Apr 2016 11,068 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Water leaking from engine

Pass 24 Apr 2010 11,062 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2010 11,062 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

centre stand worn

Fail 14 Apr 2010 11,062 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 6,961 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S mirror missing

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

Uneven wear front tyre.

Fail 25 Mar 2009 6,958 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Uneven wear front tyre.

Pass 18 Mar 2008 4,232 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 4,199 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 4,193 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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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R357 NTA is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R357 NTA, 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 R357 NTA registered?

R357 NTA is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 6 July 1998.

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