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S285 GUB

1998 Gilera Runner

Orange Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,676 mi
Last recorded29,676 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS285 GUB
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 29,676 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2024 27,680 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2023 25,766 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2022 24,923 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 24,906 miles

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2014 24,556 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 24,556 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 21,009 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 15,996 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 15,996 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 5 May 2006 15,333 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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S285 GUB is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Orange with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S285 GUB, 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 S285 GUB registered?

S285 GUB is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is S285 GUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S285 GUB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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