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BD02 LRN

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

8,021 mi
Last recorded8,021 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 LRN
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 8,021 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 7,860 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

handlebar rubber mountings have free play

throttle action has slight play

Pass 29 Jul 2021 7,806 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

handlebar rubber mountings have free play

throttle action has slight play

Fail 29 Jul 2021 7,806 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

handlebar rubber mountings have free play

throttle action has slight play

Pass 13 Jul 2020 7,806 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 6,155 miles

there is movement in handlebar mounting bushes

Fail 31 Jul 2019 6,146 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

there is movement in handlebar mounting bushes

Pass 7 Aug 2018 4,319 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 4,303 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 4,303 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

slight oil on front tyre

Pass 8 Sep 2016 4,210 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 3,869 miles

Smaller number plate fitted but can be read at 15 meters

Pass 31 Jul 2013 3,784 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 1,980 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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BD02 LRN is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BD02 LRN, 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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What year was BD02 LRN registered?

BD02 LRN is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 22 April 2002.

Is BD02 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD02 LRN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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