MOT Status
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11,091 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Vehicle identification number incomplete (0.2 (b))
Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected both handlebar bushes worn (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Centre Front Upper Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)
Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)
front brake slightly binding
Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)
Front Lower Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
bolt missing from rear exhaust mounting bracket.
gear linkage worn, recommend tigtening or replacing.
o/s rear footrest rattling.
rear chain guard broken.
Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
rear exhaust slightly loose.
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
rear exhaust slightly loose.
Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS
Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS
Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?
Based on 7,923 MOT tests across 1,170 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DX03 ZNL is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 DX03 ZNL, 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 DX03 ZNL registered?
DX03 ZNL is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 15 June 2003.
Is DX03 ZNL safe to buy?
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