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Y588 FFV

2001 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,313 mi
Last recorded5,313 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY588 FFV
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 5,313 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 5,097 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 5,047 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 4,699 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2005 4,224 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2005 4,199 miles

Inner Front Upper Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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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Y588 FFV is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y588 FFV, 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

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What year was Y588 FFV registered?

Y588 FFV is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 16 June 2001.

Is Y588 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y588 FFV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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