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WP02 ZSZ

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

21,689 mi
Last recorded21,689 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP02 ZSZ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 21,689 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 21,630 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 19,853 miles

Nearside Chain guard missing ()

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2021 19,853 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp has more than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Chain guard missing ()

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 19,849 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Footrest insecure All 4 footrests (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened Sharp - ball end missing (6.2.7 (b))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 8,316 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm slightly loose slight play swinging arm (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 6,026 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 6,026 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 5,668 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 14,761 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Fail 13 Mar 2015 14,761 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 14 Aug 2013 12,544 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 12,544 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 11,707 miles

dampness around front brake caliper

Fail 16 Apr 2012 11,707 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

dampness around front brake caliper

Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,125 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 6,229 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 6,184 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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WP02 ZSZ 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 61.1%.

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 WP02 ZSZ, 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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WP02 ZSZ is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 August 2002.

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