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X503 NWT

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2009
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

19,572 mi
Last recorded19,572 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2008
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX503 NWT
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2008 19,572 miles

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

rear numberplate light out

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 13 Mar 2008 19,572 miles

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

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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

rear numberplate light out

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 13 Jun 2007 18,747 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 16,379 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2006 16,357 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 24 May 2006 16,343 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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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X503 NWT 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 33.3%.

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 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 X503 NWT, 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 X503 NWT registered?

X503 NWT is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X503 NWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X503 NWT shows 6 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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