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WA04 SZW

2004 Gilera Nexus

Red Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

48,550 mi
Last recorded48,550 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Gilera Nexus14,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA04 SZW
MakeGilera
ModelNexus
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 48,550 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 48,550 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 47,344 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 45,481 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2022 45,459 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure worn (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened ride height adjuster (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 43,302 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 43,278 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 39,901 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 39,901 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 37,685 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 35,797 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 35,544 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 35,544 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticky throttle (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 33,863 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 33,863 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 26,004 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 26,004 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 22,136 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 21,580 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 19,420 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2010 19,420 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 16,001 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 13,784 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

number plate lamp not working.

Pass 21 Jun 2007 9,932 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Gilera Nexus?

Based on 3,378 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
1,006
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 81
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 78
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 35
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WA04 SZW is a 2004 Gilera Nexus in Red with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2004 Gilera Nexus models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 14,696 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 Nexus fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA04 SZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Nexus typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Gilera Nexus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA04 SZW registered?

WA04 SZW is a 2004 Gilera Nexus, first registered on 26 June 2004.

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