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LB52 YBD

2003 Gilera Cougar

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,013 mi
Last recorded23,013 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 YBD
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 23,013 miles

Chainguard missing

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2016 23,013 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Chainguard missing

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 9,500 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 9,500 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 6,948 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 5,828 miles

Oil Warning Light On

Rear Roller Brake test indicates a slight bind less than 10% brake effort

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 Oct 2011 5,828 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Oil Warning Light On

Rear Roller Brake test indicates a slight bind less than 10% brake effort

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 YBD is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 YBD, 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 YBD registered?

LB52 YBD is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 21 January 2003.

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