Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Gilera Dna?

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 2006 Gilera Dna?

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 2006 Gilera Dna?

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 2006 Gilera Dna reliable?

Based on MOT data from 157 vehicles, the 2006 Gilera Dna has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Gilera Dna?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Gilera Dna are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (33.1% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (29.3% of vehicles), Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (17.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Gilera Dna?

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 (2006)

157 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.7% first-time pass rate

2006 Gilera Dna

CarHunch analysed 157 real MOT records for the 2006 Gilera Dna. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 Gilera DNA's 77.7% pass rate sits just below the UK average of 80%, suggesting middling reliability—not a standout performer, but not a disaster either. The 13.4% of vehicles that have ever had a dangerous defect is acceptable and not a major red flag for buyers.

These scooters are running low mileage for their age (median 7,171 miles), which explains why they average 1.57 failures and 3.9 advisories per test—they're not being hammered. If you're considering one, check the full maintenance history carefully, as the average advisory count suggests minor wear items accumulate; prioritise any with recent service records and low miles to avoid inheriting someone else's deferred upkeep.

We have limited data for the 2006 Gilera Dna — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

77.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

13.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.57

Over 6.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–10k

For context

These stats describe 157 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 157 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 33.1%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 17.7%

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies · Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies · Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 15.1%

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect · Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion · Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Exhaust & emissions 10.7%

Exhaust noisy

Lighting 10.3%

Headlamp aim too high · Headlamp aim too low · Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Gilera Dna

Based on MOT data from 157 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.4% 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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Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Gilera Dna 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.

7,171

typical

4,599

low mileage

10,338

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Gilera Dna vehicles fall between 4,599 and 10,338 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,599 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.

✓ 4,599–10,338 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Gilera Dnas sit.

⚠ Over 13,956 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Gilera Dna — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 20% of 2006 Gilera Dnas are still active.

Numbers are declining — 14 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (20% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.57

Avg failures per vehicle

3.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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