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FY02 UKC

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

12,049 mi
Last recorded12,049 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 UKC
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 12,049 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 9,664 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 9,396 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front tyre cracking

Rear tyre cracking

Pass 25 Sep 2018 9,353 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 9,241 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 9,051 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 8,790 miles

Rear tyre side wall cracked

Pass 2 Sep 2014 8,265 miles

engine revs raise slightly when steering turned to right hand lock

headlamp aim at highest permitted point

high beam indicator not working correctly

slight play in rear suspension

Pass 4 Sep 2013 7,534 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 6,550 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 6,529 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 5,313 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 5,308 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Fail 27 May 2011 5,305 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

rear tyre cracking

spokes corroded

Pass 28 May 2010 3,925 miles

Both tyres cracking on sidewall..

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 May 2009 2,720 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 2,699 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 May 2008 1,386 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 211 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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FY02 UKC is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FY02 UKC, 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 FY02 UKC registered?

FY02 UKC is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 7 June 2002.

Is FY02 UKC safe to buy?

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