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GK51 EJA

2001 Gilera Cougar

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,289 mi
Last recorded5,289 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 EJA
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2011 5,289 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 5,228 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Aug 2006 5,228 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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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GK51 EJA is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 GK51 EJA, 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 GK51 EJA registered?

GK51 EJA is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is GK51 EJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK51 EJA shows 3 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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