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R420 MFV

1997 Gilera Skp

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,884 mi
Last recorded1,884 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Gilera Skp7,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR420 MFV
MakeGilera
ModelSkp
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 1,884 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 1,850 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2021 1,850 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable 0 Psi in rear tyre, blown up to 38psi (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2014 1,617 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 1,613 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 1,594 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 2,541 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2005 2,541 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Gilera Skp?

Based on 2,276 MOT tests across 807 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
702
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
807
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 80
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 69
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 67
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 61
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R420 MFV is a 1997 Gilera Skp in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Gilera Skp models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 7,442 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Gilera Skp fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R420 MFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Skp typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Gilera Skp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R420 MFV registered?

R420 MFV is a 1997 Gilera Skp, first registered on 16 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R420 MFV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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