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EU03 SVW

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

21,189 mi
Last recorded21,189 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 SVW
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 21,189 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 21,189 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

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

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Fail 9 Feb 2013 20,707 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 20,707 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 19,769 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 19,660 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 17,497 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 14,667 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 14,663 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 12,776 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 12,760 miles

Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 13,911 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 13,911 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 11,341 miles

Rear 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.

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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EU03 SVW is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 EU03 SVW, 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 EU03 SVW registered?

EU03 SVW is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is EU03 SVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 SVW shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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