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WK52 TGF

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,592 mi
Last recorded8,592 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK52 TGF
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 8,592 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 8,592 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced rear muggaurd loose (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 8,399 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2024 8,399 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension component mounting has an unsafe modification bolt missing forks (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2016 8,230 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 8,230 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 6,413 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear brake near end of adjustment

Fail 9 Oct 2014 6,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

rear brake near end of adjustment

Fail 4 Jan 2013 6,404 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 6,404 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 3,033 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2012 3,033 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 1,541 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 6,179 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 5,680 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 1,302 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 6 Oct 2006 377 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 377 miles

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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WK52 TGF is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 6,392 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 WK52 TGF, 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 24 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK52 TGF registered?

WK52 TGF is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 8 October 2002.

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