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S878 RWJ

1998 Gilera Skp

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,596 mi
Last recorded8,596 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2006
Typical for 1998 Gilera Skp9,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS878 RWJ
MakeGilera
ModelSkp
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2006 8,596 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 8,596 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Gilera Skp?

Based on 2,276 MOT tests across 807 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
702
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
807
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 80
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 69
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 67
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 61
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S878 RWJ is a 1998 Gilera Skp in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Gilera Skp models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 9,521 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 Skp fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S878 RWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Skp typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Gilera Skp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S878 RWJ registered?

S878 RWJ is a 1998 Gilera Skp, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S878 RWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S878 RWJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S878 RWJ have outstanding finance?

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