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KX03 WBG

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,714 mi
Last recorded15,714 miles
Recorded on2 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 WBG
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 May 2013 15,714 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 4,985 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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KX03 WBG is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 6,730 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 KX03 WBG, 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 23 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX03 WBG registered?

KX03 WBG is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is KX03 WBG safe to buy?

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