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R71 JHW

1998 Gilera Skp

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,944 mi
Last recorded4,944 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Gilera Skp9,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR71 JHW
MakeGilera
ModelSkp
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 4,944 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 4,944 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 4,904 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 4,904 miles

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

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

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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R71 JHW is a 1998 Gilera Skp in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Gilera Skp models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 9,521 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 Skp fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R71 JHW, 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 28 years old, this Gilera Skp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R71 JHW registered?

R71 JHW is a 1998 Gilera Skp, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R71 JHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R71 JHW shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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