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LB02 WJD

2002 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,720 mi
Last recorded17,720 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 WJD
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 17,720 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Speedo not working

Pass 30 Apr 2013 17,720 miles

front mudgaurd split

exhaust ln very poor condition

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

n/s indicator tell tale not working

rear reflector too small

rear suspension very hard

Pass 7 Apr 2012 17,178 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 14,588 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 13,880 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 11,339 miles

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2008 11,339 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 5,170 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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LB02 WJD is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LB02 WJD, 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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LB02 WJD is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 19 August 2002.

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