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GU52 OUL

2002 Gilera Cougar

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

5,531 mi
Last recorded5,531 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 OUL
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2013 5,531 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 5,527 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 4,287 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

number plate light not working

Pass 26 Oct 2011 3,020 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 3,013 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 935 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 923 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 917 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 917 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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 OUL is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GU52 OUL, 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 GU52 OUL registered?

GU52 OUL is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is GU52 OUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 OUL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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