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YX51 NXF

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,128 mi
Last recorded38,128 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX51 NXF
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 38,128 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 11,612 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 5 May 2016 11,612 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 11,514 miles

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 15 Jul 2013 11,514 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Apr 2012
Fail 31 Mar 2012 10,912 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 3,384 miles

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

front and rear tyres cracking on sidewall

Fail 3 Aug 2010 3,371 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

front and rear tyres cracking on sidewall

Pass 6 Oct 2008 1,289 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 457 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 410 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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YX51 NXF 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 66.7%.

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 YX51 NXF, 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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YX51 NXF is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 23 February 2002.

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