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BU51 FCE

2001 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,570 mi
Last recorded3,570 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2008
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 FCE
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2008 3,570 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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BU51 FCE is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 5,848 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 BU51 FCE, 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 25 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU51 FCE registered?

BU51 FCE is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is BU51 FCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 FCE shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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