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Y376 UOG

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY376 UOG
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020
Fail 21 Oct 2020

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake reaction bracket excessively worn (1.1.15 (b))

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Aug 2019

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle grip/control insecure (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swinging arm as slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

no mirrors fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2018 15,530 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 15,530 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 9,570 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 9,570 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 8,193 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 7,112 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 7,112 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

NUMBER PLATE LAMP NOT WORKING

BOTH TYRES UNDER INFLATED

Pass 28 May 2008 6,671 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 6,254 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 6,069 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 6,069 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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Y376 UOG is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y376 UOG, 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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Y376 UOG is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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