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S279 JTP

1998 Gilera Runner

Gold Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,051 mi
Last recorded5,051 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS279 JTP
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 5,051 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 4,520 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 4,436 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 4,059 miles

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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S279 JTP is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Gold with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S279 JTP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S279 JTP registered?

S279 JTP is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S279 JTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S279 JTP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S279 JTP have outstanding finance?

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