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GN03 NLV

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,813 mi
Last recorded4,813 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 NLV
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2017 4,813 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 4,808 miles

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 4,582 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 4,051 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 4,051 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 3,343 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 2,406 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 2,229 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 2,131 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 879 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 856 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 761 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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GN03 NLV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GN03 NLV, 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 GN03 NLV registered?

GN03 NLV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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The MOT history for GN03 NLV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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