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HY51 DPF

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

41,748 mi
Last recorded41,748 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 DPF
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 41,748 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Nov 2015 41,748 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 3,925 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

nearside foot rest bent

Fail 11 Jun 2014 3,925 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

nearside foot rest bent

Pass 8 Oct 2010 3,743 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 3,743 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 3,739 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 5 Sep 2009 3,725 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 3,725 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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HY51 DPF is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 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 HY51 DPF, 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 HY51 DPF registered?

HY51 DPF is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is HY51 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 DPF shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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