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YX53 HKM

2004 Gilera Rcr

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Gilera Rcr14,634 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 HKM
MakeGilera
ModelRcr
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2016

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

front brake lever shortened

oil leak

Fail 14 May 2016

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (4.1.2a(i))

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (4.1.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

front brake lever shortened

oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2014 25,895 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Security of rear number plate and rear reflector

Fail 26 Nov 2013 23,324 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Nov 2013 23,324 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 23,291 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 20,126 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 11,012 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 10,985 miles

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

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

condition of clutch lever

security of both rear indicators

Pass 6 Apr 2010 7,235 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2010 7,235 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 May 2009 1,217 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 1,217 miles

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

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

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

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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YX53 HKM is a 2004 Gilera Rcr in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 YX53 HKM, 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.

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What year was YX53 HKM registered?

YX53 HKM is a 2004 Gilera Rcr, first registered on 11 January 2004.

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