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R762 HMW

1998 Gilera Skp

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,642 mi
Last recorded15,642 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Gilera Skp9,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR762 HMW
MakeGilera
ModelSkp
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2020 15,642 miles

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Fork bushes (5.3.3 (d))

Fail 12 May 2020 15,642 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected Extremely loose (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Fork bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 14,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 11,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 6 Jan 2017 9,719 miles

Front steering very stiff and notchy

fork sliders worn

front tyre worn

Fail 27 Mar 2006 9,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 9,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R762 HMW is a 1998 Gilera Skp in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R762 HMW, 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 R762 HMW registered?

R762 HMW is a 1998 Gilera Skp, first registered on 3 January 1998.

Is R762 HMW safe to buy?

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