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PJ02 VFG

2002 Gilera Cougar

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,493 mi
Last recorded2,493 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ02 VFG
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 2,493 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 2,493 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 2,493 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 2,394 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear tyre sidewall slightly perrished

Pass 29 Feb 2012 2,079 miles

rear drive chain worm and dry

Pass 6 Sep 2006 1,939 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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PJ02 VFG is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 PJ02 VFG, 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 PJ02 VFG registered?

PJ02 VFG is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 6 July 2002.

Is PJ02 VFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ02 VFG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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