Gilera Runner (2014)
2014 Gilera Runner
CarHunch analysed 150 real MOT records for the 2014 Gilera Runner. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Gilera Runner trails the UK MOT average noticeably, with a 74.6% first-time pass rate against the national 80%, and nearly one in four has experienced a dangerous defect—a real concern for any potential buyer. This scooter's reliability picture is middling at best, and the high dangerous defect rate warrants serious inspection before purchase.
At just over 11,000 miles on average, these runners show modest mileage for their age, yet they're accumulating nearly one failure and three advisories per test on average, suggesting mechanical wear that outpaces what you'd expect. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection from a scooter specialist—don't rely on the MOT certificate alone.
What to check before buying a 2014 Gilera Runner
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.
- ⚠️ 22% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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%) | 149 | 74.7% | 0.82 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Gilera Runner 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 2014 Gilera Runner vehicles fall between 5,534 and 14,050 miles.
2014 Gilera Runner — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 27 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (30% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Gilera Runner
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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22.4%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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19.3%
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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14.9%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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13.9%
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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9.8%
Rear reflector missing
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8.5%
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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7.8%
Front Brake excessively binding
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7.8%
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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