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WK08 BXF

2008 Gilera Fuoco 500

Red Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,480 mi
Last recorded45,480 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Gilera Fuoco 50018,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 BXF
MakeGilera
ModelFuoco 500
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 45,480 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Sep 2023 45,480 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 44,657 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 27,698 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 44,337 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 44,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

rear handbrake not working

Fail 5 Sep 2019 44,306 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

rear handbrake not working

Pass 18 Nov 2016 41,300 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 24,095 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2015 24,095 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 18,432 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 10,881 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 9 Dec 2013 10,841 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 5,636 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 4,517 miles

How Reliable is the Gilera Fuoco 500?

Based on 1,772 MOT tests across 221 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
1,478
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
221
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 12
Headlamp aim too high 6
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WK08 BXF is a 2008 Gilera Fuoco 500 in Red with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Gilera Fuoco 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 18,092 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 Fuoco 500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK08 BXF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Fuoco 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Gilera Fuoco 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK08 BXF registered?

WK08 BXF is a 2008 Gilera Fuoco 500, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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