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GU52 TVW

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,315 mi
Last recorded2,315 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 TVW
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 2,315 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 24 Aug 2016 2,312 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 2,312 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 2,312 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 2,312 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 2,312 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 2,120 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 1,539 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 1,537 miles

Brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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 TVW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TVW, 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 TVW registered?

GU52 TVW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 21 October 2002.

Is GU52 TVW safe to buy?

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