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V629 GLB

1999 Gilera Stalker

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,167 mi
Last recorded14,167 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 1999 Gilera Stalker8,633 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV629 GLB
MakeGilera
ModelStalker
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 14,167 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2012 14,167 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Sep 2011 14,166 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 8,361 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 8,255 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2005 8,248 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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V629 GLB is a 1999 Gilera Stalker in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V629 GLB, 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

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What year was V629 GLB registered?

V629 GLB is a 1999 Gilera Stalker, first registered on 26 October 1999.

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