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MK52 PJU

2002 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

961 mi
Last recorded961 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 PJU
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 961 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 916 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 850 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 850 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 813 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 800 miles

Centre Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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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MK52 PJU is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MK52 PJU, 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 MK52 PJU registered?

MK52 PJU is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is MK52 PJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK52 PJU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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