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Y343 DGK

2001 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,155 mi
Last recorded7,155 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY343 DGK
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 7,155 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 7,118 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 6,639 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 4,231 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 4,230 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 May 2011 4,222 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 4,212 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 4,077 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 3,283 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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Y343 DGK is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 Y343 DGK, 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 Y343 DGK registered?

Y343 DGK is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 6 June 2001.

Is Y343 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y343 DGK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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