Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Gilera Nexus?

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 2004 Gilera Nexus?

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 2004 Gilera Nexus?

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.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Gilera Nexus?

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 Nexus (2004)

152 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.9% first-time pass rate

2004 Gilera Nexus

CarHunch analysed 152 real MOT records for the 2004 Gilera Nexus. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

Average reliability 3.1% below UK average

76.9%

pass MOT first time

UK average: ~80%

13,823

typical mileage

8,425–20,032 middle half

13.2%

ever had a dangerous defect

recorded at any MOT

1.65

avg MOT failures per car

over 9 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2004 Gilera Nexus

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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	151	77.4%	1.66
Diesel (1%)	1	0%	0

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Gilera Nexus 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.

8,425

low mileage

13,823

typical

20,032

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Gilera Nexus vehicles fall between 8,425 and 20,032 miles.

2004 Gilera Nexus — Still on the Road

Numbers are declining — 15 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (22% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.65

Avg failures per vehicle

4.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2004 Gilera Nexus

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

43.5%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
35.6%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
20.9%

Steering movement slightly 'notchy'
19.2%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
17.6%

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm
15.9%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
14.6%

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion
12.6%

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004. Counts include advisories and failures.

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