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FN52 TXW

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 TXW
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 8,807 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 8,489 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Nov 2009 8,489 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 7,089 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 6,051 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 6,051 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 5,218 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 5,218 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 1 Nov 2005 3,911 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2005 3,911 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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FN52 TXW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FN52 TXW, 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 FN52 TXW registered?

FN52 TXW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 26 October 2002.

Is FN52 TXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 TXW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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