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Y840 GYJ

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,847 mi
Last recorded4,847 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY840 GYJ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2015 4,847 miles

Rear LIGHT LENS DAMAGED

TEST CARRIED OUT BY R JONES UNDER CONTINGENCY

Pass 9 Aug 2014 4,110 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain sprockets slightly worn

Pass 1 Aug 2013 4,083 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 4,052 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front pads wearing down

Pass 1 Aug 2009 2,406 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 2,406 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2008 2,406 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 1,945 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 397 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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Y840 GYJ is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y840 GYJ, 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 Y840 GYJ registered?

Y840 GYJ is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 11 August 2001.

Is Y840 GYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y840 GYJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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