MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,188 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Chain guard missing ()
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front WHEEL BEARINGS COULD NOT BE ASSESSED DUE THE BRAKE EXCESSIVELY BINDING
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose bolt missing bolt loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure mudguard (6.1.1 (b) (i))
Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure top yoke bolts (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Tyre is unsuitable not fitted in accordance with sidewall instructions (5.2.3 (a))
Central Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Chain guard missing ()
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS
Front Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g) DANGEROUS
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)
Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
front tyre begining to perish
Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)
front tyre begining to perish
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
front brake binding slightly
front tyre flat
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
number plate light not working
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)
How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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VU03 SFV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.
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 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 VU03 SFV, 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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VU03 SFV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 2 May 2003.
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