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LG52 YXS

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,707 mi
Last recorded9,707 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 YXS
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 9,707 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 8,735 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 8,406 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Fail 26 Jun 2020 8,403 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 6 Feb 2017 5,573 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 5,117 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 1 Feb 2012 5,117 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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LG52 YXS is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 LG52 YXS, 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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What year was LG52 YXS registered?

LG52 YXS is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is LG52 YXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 YXS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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