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V496 MVX

1999 Gilera Stalker

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

15,556 mi
Last recorded15,556 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Gilera Stalker8,633 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV496 MVX
MakeGilera
ModelStalker
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2014 15,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 15,556 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 13,886 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 10,331 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 7,833 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 7,833 miles

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

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

Fail 16 Jul 2010 5,260 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 5,260 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 3,377 miles

main stand slightly loose

Fail 12 Jun 2009 3,377 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

main stand slightly loose

Pass 18 Jun 2008 2,622 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 2,035 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 1,752 miles

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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V496 MVX is a 1999 Gilera Stalker in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1999 Gilera Stalker models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 8,633 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 V496 MVX, 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 27 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 V496 MVX?

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What year was V496 MVX registered?

V496 MVX is a 1999 Gilera Stalker, first registered on 21 December 1999.

Is V496 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V496 MVX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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