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WR03 YSP

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR03 YSP
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2024
Fail 9 May 2024

Headlamp not working on dipped beam bad connection on wiring harness, just ok at time of test (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases one of the front mounting studs is snapped, exhaust still secure but has a slight blow from the cylinder barrel (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel spoke slightly loose a few on the front wheel are slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

no clocks or speedo

Fail 9 May 2023

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases one of the front mounting studs is snapped, exhaust still secure but has a slight blow from the cylinder barrel (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear swing arm bolts loose, tightened up but advise re checking after a few miles (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly loose a few on the front wheel are slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

no clocks or speedo

Pass 27 May 2022 7,285 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 7,202 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 7,202 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Engine mounting/bracket bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2019 4,671 miles

rear tyre perished

Pass 20 Apr 2018 3,221 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 1,781 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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WR03 YSP is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 6,730 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 WR03 YSP, 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 23 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WR03 YSP registered?

WR03 YSP is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is WR03 YSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR03 YSP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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