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Y637 SUR

2001 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

1,617 mi
Last recorded1,617 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY637 SUR
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 1,617 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 13,432 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 10,458 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake binds slightly.

number plate light not working

Pass 28 Mar 2015 10,458 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front brake binds slightly.

number plate light not working

Pass 20 Nov 2010 10,440 miles

Slight cracking rewar tyre sidewall

Pass 20 Oct 2009 10,339 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 10,339 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 10,136 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 7,712 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 7,243 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 7,243 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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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Y637 SUR is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y637 SUR, 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 Y637 SUR registered?

Y637 SUR is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 9 June 2001.

Is Y637 SUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y637 SUR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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