Gilera Ice (2001)
2001 Gilera Ice
CarHunch analysed 148 real MOT records for the 2001 Gilera Ice. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Gilera Ice has a first-time pass rate of 75.1%, which falls short of the UK average of 80%, suggesting these machines need a bit more attention to maintenance than typical. The dangerous defect rate stands at 15.5%, which is worth noting but not alarming—it's a manageable concern for a buyer willing to inspect carefully before purchase.
These bikes are running relatively low mileage for their age at a median of 9,327 miles, which is a positive sign for longevity and suggests many have been stored or used sparingly rather than ridden hard. With an average of 1.42 failures and 2.3 advisories per vehicle, electrical and fuel system issues appear common, so get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the ignition system and carburetor condition before committing.
What to check before buying a 2001 Gilera Ice
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Gilera Ice vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2001 Gilera Ice vehicles fall between 5,323 and 12,273 miles.
2001 Gilera Ice — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2017 (39% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2017.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2001 Gilera Ice
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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27.5%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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22.1%
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick
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18.5%
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies
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14.7%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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14.2%
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion
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14.1%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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14.1%
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion
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10.6%
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001. Counts include advisories and failures.
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