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LG02 MPO

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

243 mi
Last recorded243 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 MPO
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 243 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Modified frame .. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2026 243 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swing arm bush .. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Modified frame .. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 12,654 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose multiple (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 27 Feb 2025 12,654 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose multiple (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 12,156 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 7,085 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 7,085 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess both (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 5,674 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 22 Jan 2011 5,227 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 22 Jan 2011 5,227 miles

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)

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 4,713 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 4,206 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 4,206 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 28 Jul 2007 3,144 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 3,144 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 2,007 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 2,007 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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LG02 MPO is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 LG02 MPO, 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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LG02 MPO is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 26 April 2002.

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