MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,257 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Chain guard missing
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Chain guard missing
How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?
Based on 7,923 MOT tests across 1,170 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LG52 SHX is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 LG52 SHX, 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 LG52 SHX registered?
LG52 SHX is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 November 2002.
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