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GK02 HFR

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,681 mi
Last recorded13,681 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 HFR
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 13,681 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 13,567 miles

throttle sticking slightly

Pass 31 Jul 2014 13,405 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 12,935 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 10,550 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 9,774 miles

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

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Aug 2008 9,774 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

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

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 15 Jul 2008 9,751 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 9,743 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2007 5,162 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 5,162 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 3,530 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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GK02 HFR is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HFR, 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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GK02 HFR is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 4 April 2002.

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