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VX03 AUH

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

2,899 mi
Last recorded2,899 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 AUH
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 2,899 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 2,898 miles

Decelerometer brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2009 17,613 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 1,036 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 1,033 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2007 542 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 542 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 3 May 2006 150 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 May 2006 150 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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VX03 AUH is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 VX03 AUH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX03 AUH registered?

VX03 AUH is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 16 March 2003.

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