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FY03 VDP

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,067 mi
Last recorded12,067 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 VDP
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2015 12,067 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 11,136 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front brake binding slightly

Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,175 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 8,091 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 7,493 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 6,770 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 4,545 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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FY03 VDP is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FY03 VDP, 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 FY03 VDP registered?

FY03 VDP is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is FY03 VDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 VDP shows 7 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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