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GX51 SRV

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,797 mi
Last recorded14,797 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 SRV
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 14,797 miles

brake and clutch lever ball ends missing

Pass 31 May 2013 11,307 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 5,297 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 5,484 miles

front and rear tyre showing signs of ageing eg cracks in walls

rear drive sprocket badly worn

Fail 20 Aug 2011 3,584 miles

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

front and rear tyre showing signs of ageing eg cracks in walls

rear drive sprocket badly worn

Pass 31 Jul 2010 1,430 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2005 1,396 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2005 1,396 miles

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

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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GX51 SRV is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX51 SRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX51 SRV registered?

GX51 SRV is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 18 September 2001.

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