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RY52 FZC

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,408 mi
Last recorded19,408 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY52 FZC
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2014 19,408 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Chain guard missing

chain dry

Fail 4 Nov 2014 19,408 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Chain guard missing

chain dry

Pass 24 Sep 2013 18,343 miles

See seperate advisory sheet

Pass 31 Jul 2012 15,608 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Jul 2012 15,608 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 9,659 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 9,456 miles

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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RY52 FZC is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RY52 FZC, 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 RY52 FZC registered?

RY52 FZC is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 25 February 2003.

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The MOT history for RY52 FZC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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