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LT02 XCS

2002 Gilera Cougar

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

1,710 mi
Last recorded1,710 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT02 XCS
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 1,710 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 5,842 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 5,822 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 5,344 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 19 Jan 2010 5,344 miles

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 4,394 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 4,382 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 4,150 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 4,131 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 4,131 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (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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LT02 XCS is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LT02 XCS, 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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LT02 XCS is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 27 March 2002.

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