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VX53 DZW

2003 Gilera Dna

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,055 mi
Last recorded9,055 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Gilera Dna7,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 DZW
MakeGilera
ModelDna
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 9,055 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2015 9,051 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2011 7,644 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 6,421 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

both mirrors are loose

Fail 12 May 2010 6,421 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

both mirrors are loose

offside of rear brake disc starting to rust due to pads not making full contact

rear tyre coated in oil/fluid.

Pass 11 Dec 2007 6,097 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 6,097 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

both front and rear tyre pressures were very low and have been re-inflated

Pass 18 Dec 2006 6,035 miles

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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VX53 DZW is a 2003 Gilera Dna in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Dna models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 7,834 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 VX53 DZW, 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 23 years old, this Gilera Dna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX53 DZW registered?

VX53 DZW is a 2003 Gilera Dna, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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