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YJ03 RNA

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,499 mi
Last recorded16,499 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 RNA
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 16,499 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 16,499 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

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

Fail 21 Sep 2011 15,217 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 15,217 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 13,194 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 9,390 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 9,239 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 4,224 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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YJ03 RNA is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 6,730 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YJ03 RNA, 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 23 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ03 RNA registered?

YJ03 RNA is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 15 March 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ03 RNA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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