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BV51 NGX

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19 mi
Last recorded19 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 NGX
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 19 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 12,319 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 12,319 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 14,889 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

front tyre tread perishing .

Fail 23 Mar 2009 14,889 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

front tyre tread perishing .

Pass 26 Jan 2008 4,670 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 4,359 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 3,817 miles

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

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

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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BV51 NGX is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV51 NGX, 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 BV51 NGX registered?

BV51 NGX is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is BV51 NGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV51 NGX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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