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AY08 BGZ

2008 Gilera Rcr

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

24,247 mi
Last recorded24,247 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Gilera Rcr13,060 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 BGZ
MakeGilera
ModelRcr
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 24,247 miles

Rear flexi hose touching brake leaver

Fail 14 May 2025 24,188 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke cracked (5.2.2 (d))

Rear flexi hose touching brake leaver

Pass 31 Oct 2016 23,435 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 23,435 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 14,970 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2015 14,969 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 14,961 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 5 Mar 2014 14,961 miles

Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 11,571 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 11,571 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 9,842 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 8,299 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2011 8,299 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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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AY08 BGZ is a 2008 Gilera Rcr in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2008 Gilera Rcr models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 13,060 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 AY08 BGZ, 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 18 years old, this Gilera Rcr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY08 BGZ registered?

AY08 BGZ is a 2008 Gilera Rcr, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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The MOT history for AY08 BGZ shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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