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CA03 RJZ

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

2,008 mi
Last recorded2,008 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 RJZ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 2,008 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 2,004 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 1,892 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 1,886 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 1,870 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 1,816 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 1,772 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 1,735 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 573 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 573 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

handle bar grip missimg

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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CA03 RJZ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 CA03 RJZ, 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 CA03 RJZ registered?

CA03 RJZ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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