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YJ03 TPU

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,937 mi
Last recorded11,937 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 TPU
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 11,937 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 11,900 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 11,854 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 11,688 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 11,684 miles

Front Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 11,063 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 11,059 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Ceased up o/s+n/s (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 10,824 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 10,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 10,697 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2016 18,145 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 16,095 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 12,832 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 8,365 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 8,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2006 4,739 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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YJ03 TPU is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YJ03 TPU, 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 TPU registered?

YJ03 TPU is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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