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Y478 NLN

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,000 mi
Last recorded9,000 miles
Recorded on3 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY478 NLN
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2014 9,000 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 9,000 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 9,000 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

advise clutch handle broken

advise near side front mirror glass damage

Fail 25 Jan 2011 9,000 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 9,000 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 9,000 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 8,997 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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Y478 NLN is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y478 NLN, 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 Y478 NLN registered?

Y478 NLN is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is Y478 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y478 NLN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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