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HN02 TVW

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

4,523 mi
Last recorded4,523 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN02 TVW
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2013 4,523 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 4,523 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 4,523 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2011 3,787 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 3,787 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 2,799 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 2,796 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre,no air!

Pass 29 Jul 2009 1,318 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 40 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 22,325 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 22,325 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

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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HN02 TVW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 HN02 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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HN02 TVW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 9 August 2002.

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