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RN52 HDF

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,675 mi
Last recorded16,675 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 HDF
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 16,675 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 16,516 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 16,516 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 16,468 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 16,465 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

rear wheel spokes fitted incorrectly

Pass 26 Jan 2012 16,233 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 9,936 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 8,418 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 6,714 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 4,930 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 2,703 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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RN52 HDF is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HDF, 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 HDF registered?

RN52 HDF is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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