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W529 XGN

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,632 mi
Last recorded1,632 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW529 XGN
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 1,632 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 354 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 355 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

chain guard damaged

front and rear tyre pressure low

Pass 16 May 2008 4,565 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2008 4,545 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Chain guard missing

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

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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W529 XGN is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 6,030 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 W529 XGN, 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 26 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W529 XGN registered?

W529 XGN is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 10 July 2000.

Is W529 XGN safe to buy?

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