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HV02 URS

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

1,418 mi
Last recorded1,418 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2011
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV02 URS
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2011 1,418 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 7,076 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 7,076 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2009 7,074 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

front mudgaurd not complete

no mirrors fitted

forks fouling bodywork on full lock

Pass 3 Oct 2007 3,833 miles

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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HV02 URS 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 HV02 URS, 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 HV02 URS registered?

HV02 URS is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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