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S599 SFU

1998 Gilera Runner

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,719 mi
Last recorded28,719 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Gilera Runner11,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS599 SFU
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2013 28,719 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2012 27,187 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 25,601 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 24,092 miles

Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Fail 11 Dec 2010 24,092 miles

Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2009 22,547 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 22,547 miles

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

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 20,913 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 19,397 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 17,769 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 17,769 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2005 16,113 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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S599 SFU is a 1998 Gilera Runner in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 S599 SFU, 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 S599 SFU registered?

S599 SFU is a 1998 Gilera Runner, first registered on 17 November 1998.

Is S599 SFU safe to buy?

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