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W87 RYA

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW87 RYA
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023
Pass 14 Sep 2012 9,596 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 9,570 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 9,166 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 9,166 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 8,854 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 8,854 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 7,533 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 7,533 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

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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W87 RYA is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W87 RYA, 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 W87 RYA registered?

W87 RYA is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W87 RYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W87 RYA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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