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Y354 AEX

2001 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,329 mi
Last recorded9,329 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY354 AEX
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 9,329 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 9,329 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 6,385 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 6,071 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 5,088 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 2,828 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 2,826 miles

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

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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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Y354 AEX is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y354 AEX, 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 Y354 AEX registered?

Y354 AEX is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 10 May 2001.

Is Y354 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y354 AEX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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