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R39 OAH

1998 Gilera Runner

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,570 mi
Last recorded8,570 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 OAH
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2026 8,570 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding 30kg force detected (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre fouling another component tyre valve fouling rear brake component (5.2.3 (f))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre appears to be 2003 yr manufacture (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

seat assembly loose across rear

Rear tyre underinflated

Pass 14 Feb 2025 5,920 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Feb 2025 5,920 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Central Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 4,765 miles

Front All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 17 Oct 2019 4,765 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 3,809 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 3,809 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 3,754 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 3,393 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 1 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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R39 OAH is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R39 OAH, 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 R39 OAH registered?

R39 OAH is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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