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HF03 KNX

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,507 mi
Last recorded14,507 miles
Recorded on27 May 2009
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 KNX
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2009 14,507 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 14,507 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 May 2008 11,266 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 29 May 2008 11,266 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2007 8,215 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2007 8,215 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2006 5,702 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 5,678 miles

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

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

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

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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HF03 KNX is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 HF03 KNX, 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 HF03 KNX registered?

HF03 KNX is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is HF03 KNX safe to buy?

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