MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,866 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?
Based on 7,923 MOT tests across 1,170 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FJ51 MRU is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 FJ51 MRU, 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 FJ51 MRU registered?
FJ51 MRU is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 September 2001.
Is FJ51 MRU safe to buy?
The MOT history for FJ51 MRU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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