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LF52 MBU

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,168 mi
Last recorded20,168 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 MBU
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 20,168 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 20,148 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 17,532 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 14,474 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 11,337 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 11,337 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 8,428 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 7,021 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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LF52 MBU is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 125cc 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 LF52 MBU, 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 LF52 MBU registered?

LF52 MBU is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 16 July 2002.

Is LF52 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 MBU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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