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HF51 FZW

2001 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,104 mi
Last recorded14,104 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 FZW
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2014 14,104 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 14,104 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 7,436 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2013 7,436 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 1,381 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 1,325 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Dec 2008 1,099 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2008 1,098 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 956 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 956 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front seat mountings broken

numberplate light not working

tyre pressures low

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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HF51 FZW is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HF51 FZW, 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 HF51 FZW registered?

HF51 FZW is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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