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Y491 NLM

2001 Gilera Runner

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

15,252 mi
Last recorded15,252 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Gilera Runner11,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY491 NLM
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 15,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2024 15,212 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 812 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 425 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2016 110 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2013

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 10,310 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 10,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector deteriorated but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 7,638 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Oct 2008 7,632 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 14,452 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2006 11,404 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 May 2006 11,404 miles

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 May 2006 11,403 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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Y491 NLM is a 2001 Gilera Runner in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y491 NLM, 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 Y491 NLM registered?

Y491 NLM is a 2001 Gilera Runner, first registered on 25 April 2001.

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