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Y371 RVV

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,304 mi
Last recorded11,304 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY371 RVV
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2015 11,304 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 11,304 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 8,155 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 7,991 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 7,983 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 4,829 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 4,697 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 4,612 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 4,038 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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Y371 RVV is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y371 RVV, 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 Y371 RVV registered?

Y371 RVV is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 3 April 2001.

Is Y371 RVV safe to buy?

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