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EN02 DFF

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,836 mi
Last recorded14,836 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN02 DFF
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 14,836 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 14,868 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 14,826 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 14,167 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 13,446 miles

noise on rear suspension

Pass 30 Sep 2011 12,655 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 12,654 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 12,654 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Sep 2008 12,078 miles

Chain guard missing

engine sprocket casing missing

Fail 10 Sep 2008 12,075 miles

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)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2007 9,220 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 9,220 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 7,192 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 7,192 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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EN02 DFF is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EN02 DFF, 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 EN02 DFF registered?

EN02 DFF is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 10 August 2002.

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