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V449 LFJ

1999 Gilera Runner

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,847 mi
Last recorded11,847 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Gilera Runner10,706 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV449 LFJ
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 11,847 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 10,206 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 10,004 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 10,004 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 6,213 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 6,102 miles

Front tyre underinflated 15 psi.

Rear tyre underinflated 0 psi.

Fail 26 Jun 2008 6,102 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front tyre underinflated 15 psi.

Rear tyre underinflated 0 psi.

Pass 26 Jul 2007 5,922 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 5,922 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 5,769 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 5,769 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 5,339 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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V449 LFJ is a 1999 Gilera Runner in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Gilera Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 10,706 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 V449 LFJ, 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 27 years old, this Gilera Runner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V449 LFJ registered?

V449 LFJ is a 1999 Gilera Runner, first registered on 17 December 1999.

Is V449 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V449 LFJ shows 12 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.

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