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LB52 SLU

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

4,210 mi
Last recorded4,210 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 SLU
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 4,210 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Rear sprocket bolts appear tight but locking washer not securing the bolt

Fail 19 Aug 2021 4,210 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn to excess badly twisted (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected cable outer damaged (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper head stay bracket bots missing

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Rear tyre pressure low

Rear sprocket bolts appear tight but locking washer not securing the nuts?

Pass 17 Jun 2020 3,927 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 3,911 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 7,599 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Chain guard missing

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 77,599 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006
Fail 23 Aug 2006

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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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LB52 SLU is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LB52 SLU, 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 LB52 SLU registered?

LB52 SLU is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 8 February 2003.

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