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YN51 UOK

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

8,095 mi
Last recorded8,095 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN51 UOK
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 8,095 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 5,064 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 5,064 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 24,590 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 22,782 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2012 22,782 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Apr 2011 20,857 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 20,857 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 19,554 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 19,554 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 16,990 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2009 16,850 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2008 12,962 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 10,477 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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YN51 UOK is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 YN51 UOK, 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 YN51 UOK registered?

YN51 UOK is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 17 September 2001.

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