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Y802 AEX

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY802 AEX
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Gear lever worn.(loose but not insecure)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Jul 2015

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Gear lever worn.(loose but not insecure)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 13,906 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 13,906 miles

Front Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 13,906 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 12,066 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 7,821 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 7,655 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 May 2010 7,655 miles

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

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 May 2009 6,497 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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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Y802 AEX is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y802 AEX, 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 Y802 AEX registered?

Y802 AEX is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 25 April 2001.

Is Y802 AEX safe to buy?

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