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AU03 LME

2003 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 LME
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2021
Fail 6 May 2021

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced lamp missing only bulb showing (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock brake hose (2.1.4 (c))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

oil leak

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 11 Mar 2009 5,090 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 5,090 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Jan 2007 5,090 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 5,090 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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AU03 LME is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 6,730 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU03 LME, 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 23 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU03 LME registered?

AU03 LME is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 3 June 2003.

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