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GN03 YYB

2003 Gilera Cougar

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

480 mi
Last recorded480 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 YYB
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2014 480 miles

Nearside Rear Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Fail 3 Dec 2014 480 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Nearside Rear Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 14,923 miles

Floor test indicates a slightly binding brake

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Front brake pad material coming away from backing

Fail 24 Feb 2010 14,923 miles

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

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

Floor test indicates a slightly binding brake

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Front brake pad material coming away from backing

Pass 5 Feb 2009 13,420 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 10,286 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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 YYB is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YYB, 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.

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What year was GN03 YYB registered?

GN03 YYB is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is GN03 YYB safe to buy?

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