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Y583 XHG

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,959 mi
Last recorded1,959 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2009
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY583 XHG
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2009 1,959 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

cluth lever broke

drive chain under adjusted

Pass 30 Sep 2008 665 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 1,330 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 4 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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Y583 XHG is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y583 XHG, 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 Y583 XHG registered?

Y583 XHG is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 5 May 2001.

Is Y583 XHG safe to buy?

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