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R603 KYJ

1998 Gilera Runner 180

Silver Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

9,512 mi
Last recorded9,512 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner 1809,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR603 KYJ
MakeGilera
ModelRunner 180
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 9,512 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 9,412 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 9,378 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 9,224 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 9,097 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 9,025 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 9,020 miles

Motorcycle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Frame cracked (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2019 8,870 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 8,675 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 8,629 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 8,507 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 8,273 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 7,618 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 7,618 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 6,851 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 6,520 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 6,014 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 5,330 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 4,664 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 4,664 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2006 4,664 miles

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

How Reliable is the Gilera Runner 180?

Based on 1,617 MOT tests across 406 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
509
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 37
suspension bush has excessive free play 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
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R603 KYJ is a 1998 Gilera Runner 180 in Silver with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1998 Gilera Runner 180 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 9,378 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 180 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R603 KYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Runner 180 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Gilera Runner 180 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R603 KYJ registered?

R603 KYJ is a 1998 Gilera Runner 180, first registered on 6 July 1998.

Is R603 KYJ safe to buy?

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