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AV02 JYC

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

3,706 mi
Last recorded3,706 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 JYC
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 3,706 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 30 Dec 2016 3,706 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp incorrect colour Blue light (1.1.2a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Chain guard missing ()

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 3,706 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 2,868 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 2,868 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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AV02 JYC is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AV02 JYC, 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 AV02 JYC registered?

AV02 JYC is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 12 June 2002.

Is AV02 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV02 JYC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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