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X408 AWS

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,064 mi
Last recorded21,064 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX408 AWS
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2012 21,064 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 May 2011 18,635 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2009 17,915 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 15,610 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 14,690 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 17 Aug 2006 14,690 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (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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X408 AWS 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 83.3%.

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 X408 AWS, 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 X408 AWS registered?

X408 AWS is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 6 November 2000.

Is X408 AWS safe to buy?

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