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S490 EGJ

1998 Gilera Stalker

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,033 mi
Last recorded14,033 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Gilera Stalker11,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS490 EGJ
MakeGilera
ModelStalker
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2009 14,033 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 11,859 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 10,686 miles

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

How Reliable is the Gilera Stalker?

Based on 7,719 MOT tests across 1,223 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
927
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 247
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 224
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 162
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 159
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 156
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S490 EGJ is a 1998 Gilera Stalker in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Gilera Stalker models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 11,288 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 Stalker fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 247 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S490 EGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S490 EGJ?

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What year was S490 EGJ registered?

S490 EGJ is a 1998 Gilera Stalker, first registered on 19 August 1998.

Is S490 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S490 EGJ shows 3 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.

Does S490 EGJ have outstanding finance?

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