MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,927 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
number plate cracked
number plate light not working
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
fork dust covers missing
number plate cracked
number plate light not working
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?
Based on 7,923 MOT tests across 1,170 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BX02 AYW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 BX02 AYW, 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 BX02 AYW registered?
BX02 AYW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 May 2002.
Is BX02 AYW safe to buy?
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