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W776 XGJ

2000 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,305 mi
Last recorded2,305 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW776 XGJ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 2,305 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 2,094 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 1,935 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Handlebar corroded but not to excess handlebars mounting have play (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 1,935 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Handlebar corroded but not to excess handlebars mounting have play (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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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W776 XGJ is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W776 XGJ, 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 W776 XGJ registered?

W776 XGJ is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 22 June 2000.

Is W776 XGJ safe to buy?

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