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DX03 ZNL

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,091 mi
Last recorded11,091 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 ZNL
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 11,091 miles
Fail 14 May 2026 11,091 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 9,397 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 9,379 miles

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))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 9,186 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 9,186 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 9,083 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 9,083 miles

Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Front Lower Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 8,943 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 28 May 2011 8,646 miles

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)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 8,417 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 8,383 miles

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)

Pass 29 May 2009 8,007 miles

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.

Pass 14 Jun 2008 7,992 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

rear exhaust slightly loose.

Fail 14 Jun 2008 7,992 miles

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.

Pass 22 Jun 2007 6,329 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 6,329 miles

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))

Pass 17 Jun 2006 5,589 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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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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DX03 ZNL is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 15 June 2003.

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