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Y357 FEL

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

7,414 mi
Last recorded7,414 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY357 FEL
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2015 7,414 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

rear tyre cracking /perishing

Pass 10 Sep 2014 6,943 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2014 6,933 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 4,732 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 4,722 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Upper Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 4,351 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 4,219 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 4,017 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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Y357 FEL is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y357 FEL, 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 Y357 FEL registered?

Y357 FEL is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y357 FEL safe to buy?

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