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SJ51 FMC

2002 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

417 mi
Last recorded417 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ51 FMC
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 417 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 417 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 12 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 11 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front tyre perished

temp fuel cap fitted but sealing.

Pass 17 Nov 2010 4,030 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 4,030 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

no plate light inop, speedo inop

Pass 30 Sep 2009 4,030 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 4,030 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 4,030 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 4,030 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

switch gear cables insecure. number plate light not working. chain guard insecure.

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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SJ51 FMC is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SJ51 FMC, 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 SJ51 FMC registered?

SJ51 FMC is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 6 February 2002.

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