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WU52 XKL

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,757 mi
Last recorded18,757 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 XKL
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015 18,757 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 18,655 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

frame rusty in places

Pass 8 Jul 2009 11,623 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 3,341 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

handle bar rubber mounting very flexable

Pass 28 Oct 2006 3,237 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 3,237 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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WU52 XKL is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 WU52 XKL, 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 WU52 XKL registered?

WU52 XKL is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 6 September 2002.

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