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X357 WJR

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,539 mi
Last recorded12,539 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2012
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX357 WJR
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2012 12,539 miles

Clutch cable rather stiff

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 12,539 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 10,620 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 7,548 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2008 7,024 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2008 7,024 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 5,133 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2007 5,107 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 2,762 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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X357 WJR is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 X357 WJR, 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 X357 WJR registered?

X357 WJR is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 22 September 2000.

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