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X196 BYC

2000 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,646 mi
Last recorded7,646 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX196 BYC
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 7,646 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 7,646 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 5 May 2018 7,229 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 6,584 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 6,555 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 5,242 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 5,083 miles

FRont and Rear Tyres Under Inflaited

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 May 2013 3,980 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 3,978 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 26 May 2012 3,291 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 3,143 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 3,034 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 3,034 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 2,175 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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X196 BYC is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 X196 BYC, 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 X196 BYC registered?

X196 BYC is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 24 December 2000.

Is X196 BYC safe to buy?

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