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AO02 HNG

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,238 mi
Last recorded9,238 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 HNG
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 9,238 miles

Front tyre perished

Pass 22 Dec 2016 9,087 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 8,939 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 8,796 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 8,778 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 29 May 2012 6,374 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 6,370 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 2,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 234 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 227 miles

How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?

Based on 7,923 MOT tests across 1,170 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
624
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 386
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 372
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) 320
Drive chain excessively loose 235
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 190
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AO02 HNG is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 6,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Gilera Cougar fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 386 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO02 HNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Cougar typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AO02 HNG is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 9 July 2002.

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