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FY03 VMZ

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,453 mi
Last recorded9,453 miles
Recorded on25 May 2010
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 VMZ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2010 9,453 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 9,453 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2009 7,820 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 7,820 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 6,116 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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 VMZ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FY03 VMZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY03 VMZ registered?

FY03 VMZ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is FY03 VMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 VMZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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