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YK03 GXV

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

7,625 mi
Last recorded7,625 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 GXV
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 7,625 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 27 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 12,713 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2015 6,200 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 6,200 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 13 Dec 2013 6,199 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 6,199 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 6,199 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 6,199 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 28 Mar 2009 5,392 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 3,384 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 3,277 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 3,277 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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YK03 GXV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YK03 GXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK03 GXV registered?

YK03 GXV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is YK03 GXV safe to buy?

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