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LV02 OCO

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,999 mi
Last recorded9,999 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2011
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 OCO
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2011 9,999 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 9,999 miles

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

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 9,999 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 9,999 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 9,944 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 9,462 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 7,346 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 7,346 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 6,073 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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LV02 OCO is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LV02 OCO, 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 LV02 OCO registered?

LV02 OCO is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 19 March 2002.

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