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KE51 JSX

2001 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

2,043 mi
Last recorded2,043 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 JSX
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 2,043 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 2,043 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2020 11,164 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2020 11,164 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 11,162 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 10,249 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2013 10,248 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Chain guard missing

fork sal in r/h fork needs to be checked.

rear suspension units show signs of leaking.

Pass 12 Apr 2012 8,685 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 8,685 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 6,653 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 2,964 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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KE51 JSX is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KE51 JSX, 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 KE51 JSX registered?

KE51 JSX is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is KE51 JSX safe to buy?

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