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EO02 SNK

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,590 mi
Last recorded8,590 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO02 SNK
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2013 8,590 miles

rear tyre becoming perished

Pass 15 Mar 2012 7,940 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 7,940 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

front mudguard insecure

Fail 7 Mar 2011 6,547 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 6,547 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 3,452 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear tyre in poor condition

Fail 25 Mar 2010 3,450 miles

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear tyre in poor condition

Pass 26 Mar 2009 419 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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EO02 SNK is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 EO02 SNK, 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 EO02 SNK registered?

EO02 SNK is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 21 May 2002.

Is EO02 SNK safe to buy?

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