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RN52 FZB

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 FZB
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022
Fail 4 Oct 2022

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 20 May 2013 9,359 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Number plate in poor condition.

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shocks in poor condition.

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 20 May 2013 9,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Number plate in poor condition.

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shocks in poor condition.

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 May 2012 8,378 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 7,075 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 6,851 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 6,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust system corroded.

Numberplate light inoperative.

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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RN52 FZB is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 6,730 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 RN52 FZB, 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 23 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RN52 FZB registered?

RN52 FZB is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is RN52 FZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN52 FZB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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