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GK52 MKP

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,016 mi
Last recorded6,016 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 MKP
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 6,016 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 6,016 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2009 4,204 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 3,857 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 3,287 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 2,943 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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GK52 MKP is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GK52 MKP, 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 GK52 MKP registered?

GK52 MKP is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 12 October 2002.

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