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13,495 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
o.s mirror missing at time of test
Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
o.s mirror missing at time of test
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
o.s mirror missing
Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?
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W81 VLR is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 W81 VLR, 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 W81 VLR registered?
W81 VLR is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 19 May 2000.
Is W81 VLR safe to buy?
The MOT history for W81 VLR shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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