CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y417 OFU

2001 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

29,197 mi
Last recorded29,197 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Gilera
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY417 OFU
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 29,197 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot needs fitting more on to the spline (1.1.1 (b))

gear linkage worn

loose panel but not effecting steering

Fail 28 Mar 2026 29,197 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition loose on head bolts (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake reaction bracket excessively worn bolt fitted incorrectly (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly revs up when steering turns to the right (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot needs fitting more on to the spline (1.1.1 (b))

gear linkage worn

loose panel but not effecting steering

Pass 3 Jun 2019 24,442 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 24,439 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail tab washers need bending over (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2018 22,016 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 21,899 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 20,747 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 20,537 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 17,729 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2014 17,661 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2013 15,564 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 15,564 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 14,682 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 13,333 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2011 13,333 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 11,597 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2009 11,597 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 9,606 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 9,606 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 7,390 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
Full Gilera Cougar reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y417 OFU is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 Y417 OFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y417 OFU?

You can check the full history of Y417 OFU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y417 OFU registered?

Y417 OFU is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 18 July 2001.

Is Y417 OFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y417 OFU shows 20 tests with a 55% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y417 OFU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y417 OFU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.