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X159 XVF

2001 Gilera Runner

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

22,760 mi
Last recorded22,760 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 Gilera Runner11,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX159 XVF
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 22,760 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 7,298 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 13 Jun 2015 7,298 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Dec 2013 14,134 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 14,130 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 12,337 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 12,337 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

front nose cone insecure

Pass 8 Dec 2011 12,089 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 12,089 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Fail 13 Jul 2009 118,114 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 118,114 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Mar 2008 9,384 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 7,497 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 3,060 miles

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

How Reliable is the Gilera Runner?

Based on 88,690 MOT tests across 16,357 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,001
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,357
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,600
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,150
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,894
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,681
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,345
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X159 XVF is a 2001 Gilera Runner in Blue 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 Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 11,264 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 Runner fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 2,600 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X159 XVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Runner typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Gilera Runner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X159 XVF registered?

X159 XVF is a 2001 Gilera Runner, first registered on 3 January 2001.

Is X159 XVF safe to buy?

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