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GK02 HFH

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 HFH
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2020 4,821 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

missing front chain guard

brake spring missing on rear

Pass 13 Mar 2019 4,821 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 4,821 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 4,821 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Inner Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

speedometre loose on fixing bracket,

Pass 17 Jul 2009 4,424 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 4,424 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 3,599 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Jun 2006 3,599 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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GK02 HFH is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GK02 HFH, 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 GK02 HFH registered?

GK02 HFH is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 20 April 2002.

Is GK02 HFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK02 HFH shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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