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VU51 BWA

2001 Gilera Dna

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

22,490 mi
Last recorded22,490 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Gilera Dna8,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 BWA
MakeGilera
ModelDna
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 22,490 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 22,490 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 21,980 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 21,859 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 21,859 miles

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 19,352 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 18,897 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

bolt missing from exhaust bracket

Pass 29 Aug 2011 16,750 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 16,742 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 14,769 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 13,423 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 12,555 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 9,991 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 9,958 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

helmet cover catches not locking

rear tyre under inflated

How Reliable is the Gilera Dna?

Based on 25,397 MOT tests across 4,764 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
968
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,269
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,232
Footrest missing 536
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 474
Headlamp aim too low 354
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VU51 BWA is a 2001 Gilera Dna in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2001 Gilera Dna models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 8,102 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 Dna fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU51 BWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Dna typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Gilera Dna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU51 BWA registered?

VU51 BWA is a 2001 Gilera Dna, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is VU51 BWA safe to buy?

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