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GN51 LWP

2001 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,483 mi
Last recorded10,483 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 LWP
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2011 10,483 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Aug 2011 10,483 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 6,755 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Fail 6 Aug 2010 6,755 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 3,927 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2008 2,538 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 May 2007 19 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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GN51 LWP is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GN51 LWP, 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 GN51 LWP registered?

GN51 LWP is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is GN51 LWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 LWP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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