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Y584 FFJ

2001 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

4,518 mi
Last recorded4,518 miles
Recorded on18 May 2010
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY584 FFJ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 May 2010 4,518 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

battery flat,clutch lever pivot loose

Pass 5 Nov 2008 2,188 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 2,188 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 4,596 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 7 Nov 2007 4,596 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

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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Y584 FFJ is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 Y584 FFJ, 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 Y584 FFJ registered?

Y584 FFJ is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 15 March 2001.

Is Y584 FFJ safe to buy?

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