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HX03 KDV

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

10,108 mi
Last recorded10,108 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 KDV
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2014 10,108 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 10,108 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2013 10,109 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 10,109 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 9,053 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2012 9,053 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 8,374 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 8,374 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

rear tyre also cracking around wall

Pass 25 Apr 2010 8,074 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 7,562 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 7,562 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2008 5,535 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 5,535 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 2,217 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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HX03 KDV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 KDV, 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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HX03 KDV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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