Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2002 Gilera Dna 125?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2002 Gilera Dna 125?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2002 Gilera Dna 125?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2002 Gilera Dna 125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 693 vehicles, the 2002 Gilera Dna 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2002 Gilera Dna 125?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Gilera Dna 125 (2002)

693 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.2% first-time pass rate

2002 Gilera Dna 125

CarHunch analysed 693 real MOT records for the 2002 Gilera Dna 125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2002 GILERA DNA 125 is a significant reliability concern, with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 17.0% — dramatically below the UK average of 80%. While only 3.6% of these scooters have recorded dangerous defects, the overwhelmingly high failure rate suggests systemic issues across the model line that go well beyond safety-critical components.

At a median mileage of 7,597 for a 22-year-old machine, these examples are relatively low-mileage, yet they're still failing MOT at an alarming rate with an average of 0.23 failures per vehicle. The typical advisory count of 0.3 per bike indicates widespread minor wear items rather than isolated problems, pointing to poor long-term durability in this design. If you're considering one, budget heavily for remedial work and have a trusted mechanic conduct a pre-purchase inspection to understand what specific failures plague this model.

The 2002 Gilera Dna 125 has a below-average first-time pass rate (74.2% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

First-time pass

74.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

3.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.23

Over 1.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–11k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

These stats describe 693 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 693 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	691	74.4%	0.23

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,967 Gilera Dna 125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 41.6%

818

Red 27.6%

543

Yellow 11.2%

221

Black 10.6%

208

Grey 8.7%

171

Silver 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2002 Gilera Dna 125 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

7,597

typical

4,577

low mileage

10,885

high mileage

Half of all 2002 Gilera Dna 125 vehicles fall between 4,577 and 10,885 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,577 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 4,577–10,885 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 Gilera Dna 125s sit.

⚠ Over 14,694 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.23

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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