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RX53 YAJ

2003 Gilera Dna

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

15,252 mi
Last recorded15,252 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Gilera Dna7,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 YAJ
MakeGilera
ModelDna
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 15,252 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 15,252 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jan 2013

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front brake caliper damp performance not affected when tested.

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

Rear brake master cylinder fitted ,still slight travel improved from previous test advise re bleed system after 200 miles .

Fail 15 Jan 2013

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front brake caliper damp performance not affected when tested.

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

Fail 9 Nov 2012

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear tyre has damage to centre line of tread

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 13,627 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 13,612 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 12 Aug 2010 13,606 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))

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 11,101 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 9,510 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 6,331 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2006 6,331 miles

Front Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Gilera Dna?

Based on 25,397 MOT tests across 4,764 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
968
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,269
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,232
Footrest missing 536
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 474
Headlamp aim too low 354
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RX53 YAJ is a 2003 Gilera Dna in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Dna models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 7,834 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 Dna fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX53 YAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Dna typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Gilera Dna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RX53 YAJ is a 2003 Gilera Dna, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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