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S163 SAH

1998 Gilera Runner

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS163 SAH
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2014
Fail 14 Jul 2014

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel has a loose wheel bolt(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel has a missing wheel bolt(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear mudguard insecure

front mudguard missing

no speedometer/odometer fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2011 7,087 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 2,673 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 11,682 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 11,514 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

centre chassis rails becoming corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2006 14,202 miles

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

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

oil leak

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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S163 SAH is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Gilera Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 11,136 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 S163 SAH, 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 28 years old, this Gilera Runner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S163 SAH registered?

S163 SAH is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 24 October 1998.

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