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BU51 CXZ

2001 Gilera Cougar

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,918 mi
Last recorded6,918 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 CXZ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2012 6,918 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 6,369 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 5,779 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Jun 2010 5,779 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Fail 7 May 2010 5,313 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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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BU51 CXZ is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BU51 CXZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU51 CXZ registered?

BU51 CXZ is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is BU51 CXZ safe to buy?

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