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YJ03 XBS

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,222 mi
Last recorded1,222 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 XBS
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 1,222 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 118 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2012 105 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 2 miles

both tyres cracking up not to cords.suspect front pads low

Pass 27 Feb 2007 30 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 3,737 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 XBS is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XBS, 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 XBS registered?

YJ03 XBS is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is YJ03 XBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ03 XBS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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