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Y249 PHL

2001 Gilera Cougar

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,049 mi
Last recorded13,049 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2009
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY249 PHL
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2009 13,049 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 12,736 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 12,709 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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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Y249 PHL is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 5,848 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 Y249 PHL, 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 25 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y249 PHL registered?

Y249 PHL is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 27 July 2001.

Is Y249 PHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y249 PHL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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