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GU52 NBA

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 NBA
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

No lights fitted at time of test!

Fail 13 Aug 2020

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Footrest missing both (6.2.12 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

No lights fitted at time of test!

Pass 10 Nov 2007 6,982 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 6,982 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Number Plate Light Not Working

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 25 Sep 2006 6,982 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Number Plate Light Not Working

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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GU52 NBA is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GU52 NBA, 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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GU52 NBA is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 15 September 2002.

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