CarVerify

Free Car Check

SK52 UDW

2002 Gilera Cougar

Blue Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

202 mi
Last recorded202 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Gilera
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 UDW
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 202 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2020 202 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 5,412 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2019 5,412 miles

Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 2,629 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 2,626 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 2,626 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 2,479 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 2,479 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 2,204 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
Full Gilera Cougar reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SK52 UDW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Blue 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 SK52 UDW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SK52 UDW?

You can check the full history of SK52 UDW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SK52 UDW registered?

SK52 UDW is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 4 November 2002.

Is SK52 UDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK52 UDW shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SK52 UDW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SK52 UDW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.