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GN03 XYT

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2014
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,052 mi
Last recorded8,052 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 XYT
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2013 8,052 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 8,052 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

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

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

speedo not working

Pass 7 Jun 2012 6,995 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 5,024 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 4,988 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 May 2010 4,146 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 4,070 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2009 2,626 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 2,616 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Fail 5 May 2009 2,607 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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 XYT is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GN03 XYT, 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 XYT registered?

GN03 XYT is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 19 April 2003.

Is GN03 XYT safe to buy?

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