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X109 JLK

2000 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,138 mi
Last recorded3,138 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX109 JLK
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 3,138 miles

advise, operation and condition of lighting switch,, recommend check

headlamp beam image and output slightly diminished,, recommend check/attention

Fail 23 Jun 2016 3,071 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey leak at front pipe to engine manifold joint (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high beam image poor (1.6)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake rear brake (3.3.A1b)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort rear brake (3.3.A1d)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

advise, condition and operation of lighting switch

Pass 22 Jul 2010 2,444 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 6 Jul 2010 2,423 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 1,469 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 1,444 miles

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

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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X109 JLK is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 X109 JLK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X109 JLK registered?

X109 JLK is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 3 November 2000.

Is X109 JLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X109 JLK shows 6 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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