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BX51 SNN

2001 Gilera Cougar

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

3,695 mi
Last recorded3,695 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 SNN
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 3,695 miles

fork seals slightly damp some wear in drive chain handlebar mounting rubbers weak

Pass 25 Jun 2020 3,449 miles

slight wear in drive chain f/fork seals damp

Pass 2 Jul 2019 3,196 miles

tyres old h/bar rubbers soft slight movement in s/arm bushes

Pass 19 Jun 2018 2,909 miles

chain loose and dry slight movement in s/arm bushes h/bar rubber bushings soft

Pass 29 Jun 2017 2,440 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 2,417 miles

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 1,883 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 1,459 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 895 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 893 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 755 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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BX51 SNN is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BX51 SNN, 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 BX51 SNN registered?

BX51 SNN is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 19 September 2001.

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The MOT history for BX51 SNN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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