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BU03 YVV

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,832 mi
Last recorded6,832 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 YVV
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 6,832 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 6,826 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 4,809 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 May 2013 3,342 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 3,342 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 7 Aug 2006 3,253 miles

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

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Front Upper Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Upper Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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BU03 YVV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver 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 BU03 YVV, 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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BU03 YVV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 3 May 2003.

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