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R81 GMW

1997 Gilera Stalker

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2010
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

17,069 mi
Last recorded17,069 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR81 GMW
MakeGilera
ModelStalker
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Jul 2016 17,069 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 16,778 miles

Front fairing panel held on with tape

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 16,762 miles

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

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Front fairing panel held on with tape

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 13 Feb 2008 12,659 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 13 Feb 2008 12,659 miles

How Reliable is the Gilera Stalker?

Based on 7,719 MOT tests across 1,223 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
927
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 247
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 224
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 162
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 159
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 156
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R81 GMW is a 1997 Gilera Stalker in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

The most common reason a Gilera Stalker fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 247 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R81 GMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Stalker typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Gilera Stalker is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R81 GMW registered?

R81 GMW is a 1997 Gilera Stalker, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R81 GMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R81 GMW shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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