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HX03 FAJ

2003 Gilera Cougar

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,143 mi
Last recorded11,143 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 FAJ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2009 11,143 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2009 11,143 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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)

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

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

battery flat, unable to start bike.

Pass 23 Nov 2007 9,357 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

battery flat.

Pass 27 Feb 2006 7,343 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 7,343 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 7,338 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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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HX03 FAJ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 HX03 FAJ, 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 HX03 FAJ registered?

HX03 FAJ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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