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CU51 GPE

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,715 mi
Last recorded2,715 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2011
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU51 GPE
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2011 2,715 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Aug 2010 2,566 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2010 2,566 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 1,724 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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CU51 GPE is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CU51 GPE, 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 CU51 GPE registered?

CU51 GPE is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 19 January 2002.

Is CU51 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU51 GPE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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