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LV02 OWE

2002 Gilera Cougar

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

17,415 mi
Last recorded17,415 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 OWE
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 17,415 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 17,373 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 17,373 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2015 17,371 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 29 May 2014 16,946 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

handlebars bent

Pass 30 May 2013 15,655 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

handle bars twisted

Fail 25 May 2013 15,655 miles

Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

handle bars twisted

Pass 16 Sep 2011 13,352 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 11,603 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 12 Aug 2009 8,536 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 8,536 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 5,863 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 5,763 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front tyre has slight scored grove where mudgaurd bolt has been fouling

Pass 21 Dec 2007 2,103 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 2,103 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 2,085 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 OWE is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LV02 OWE, 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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LV02 OWE is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 5 March 2002.

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