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X346 NJN

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,305 mi
Last recorded4,305 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX346 NJN
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 May 2022 4,305 miles

Front Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 4,222 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2020 4,222 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke cracked broken. (5.2.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 2,150 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 1,752 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 1,752 miles

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

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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X346 NJN is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 X346 NJN, 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.

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What year was X346 NJN registered?

X346 NJN is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 3 November 2000.

Is X346 NJN safe to buy?

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