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WX54 CDE

2004 Gilera Rcr

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2014
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,061 mi
Last recorded30,061 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2013
Typical for 2004 Gilera Rcr14,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX54 CDE
MakeGilera
ModelRcr
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2013 30,061 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 28,638 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 6 Feb 2012 28,683 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 21 May 2011 28,675 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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 hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Mar 2010 25,597 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 25,597 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)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 19,572 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 19,572 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 12,275 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2007 12,086 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Gilera Rcr?

Based on 2,232 MOT tests across 379 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
1,651
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
379
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 180
reflector on motorcycle missing 170
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 142
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Drive chain excessively loose 79
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WX54 CDE is a 2004 Gilera Rcr in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 Gilera Rcr models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 14,634 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 Rcr fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 180 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX54 CDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Rcr typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Gilera Rcr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX54 CDE registered?

WX54 CDE is a 2004 Gilera Rcr, first registered on 9 October 2004.

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