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S56 CWV

1998 Gilera Runner

Grey Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,395 mi
Last recorded18,395 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS56 CWV
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 18,395 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 18,344 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 18,290 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 18,298 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 17,782 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 17,735 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Lower Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front forks slightly stiff

Fail 6 Nov 2007 16,825 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 16,825 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 16,284 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 12,067 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 12,067 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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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S56 CWV is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Grey with a 176cc 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 S56 CWV, 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 S56 CWV registered?

S56 CWV is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 16 September 1998.

Is S56 CWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S56 CWV 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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