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Y865 UKN

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,607 mi
Last recorded10,607 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY865 UKN
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 10,607 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp has beam deflector fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2016 10,588 miles

Front Brake component damaged and seriously reduced in strength brake pads parted (3.2.A1)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear number plate light not working

Pass 1 Sep 2015 9,297 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Mar 2013 5,234 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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Y865 UKN is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y865 UKN, 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 Y865 UKN registered?

Y865 UKN is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y865 UKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y865 UKN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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