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YX02 HRR

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

8,685 mi
Last recorded8,685 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX02 HRR
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 8,685 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front seat bracket missing

Pass 28 Jun 2012 8,279 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 May 2012 8,279 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2011 8,279 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 May 2010 5,791 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 May 2010 5,791 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 3,847 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 3,847 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 May 2008 3,656 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 6,370 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 May 2007 6,370 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 6,370 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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YX02 HRR is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2002 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 6,392 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 YX02 HRR, 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 24 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX02 HRR registered?

YX02 HRR is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 18 April 2002.

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