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BU51 CYL

2001 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,429 mi
Last recorded9,429 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 CYL
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2021 9,429 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Steering stop broken (2.1.4 (b))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Jun 2021 9,422 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Steering stop broken (2.1.4 (b))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2020 9,418 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2009 9,006 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 8,145 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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BU51 CYL is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Silver 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 CYL, 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 BU51 CYL registered?

BU51 CYL is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is BU51 CYL safe to buy?

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