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R970 LHT

1997 Gilera Runner

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,492 mi
Last recorded16,492 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Gilera Runner11,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR970 LHT
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2010 16,492 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 16,492 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 15,081 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 14,161 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 8 Aug 2007 14,151 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 13,255 miles

engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

How Reliable is the Gilera Runner?

Based on 88,690 MOT tests across 16,357 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,001
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,357
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,600
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,150
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,894
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,681
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,345
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R970 LHT is a 1997 Gilera Runner in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Gilera Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 11,108 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 2,600 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R970 LHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R970 LHT registered?

R970 LHT is a 1997 Gilera Runner, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R970 LHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R970 LHT shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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