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FJ03 VEM

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,662 mi
Last recorded10,662 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 VEM
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2015 10,662 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 10,285 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 7,792 miles

Front tyre starting to perish

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear brake light sticking

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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FJ03 VEM is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 FJ03 VEM, 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 FJ03 VEM registered?

FJ03 VEM is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is FJ03 VEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 VEM shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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