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LJ55 ZPH

2005 Gilera Runner

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,722 mi
Last recorded7,722 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Gilera Runner15,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 ZPH
MakeGilera
ModelRunner
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 7,722 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 7,722 miles

Rear Position lamp switch does not illuminate all position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 7,490 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 18,371 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 18,011 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 18,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

front tyre wall starting to perish

no plate deteriorating

o/s front fork slider worn

o/s front indicator poorly mounted

rear suspension extended [non standard]

Fail 18 Jul 2009 18,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front tyre wall starting to perish

no plate deteriorating

o/s front fork slider worn

o/s front indicator poorly mounted

rear suspension extended [non standard]

Pass 2 Oct 2008 14,272 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 2 Oct 2008 14,272 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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LJ55 ZPH is a 2005 Gilera Runner in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Gilera Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 15,548 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 LJ55 ZPH, 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 21 years old, this Gilera Runner is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ55 ZPH registered?

LJ55 ZPH is a 2005 Gilera Runner, first registered on 29 November 2005.

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