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GN51 YLS

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,091 mi
Last recorded1,091 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 YLS
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 1,091 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 12,116 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Fail 24 Nov 2009 12,116 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 5,259 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 1,939 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 YLS is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YLS, 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 YLS registered?

GN51 YLS is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is GN51 YLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 YLS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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