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LF03 MMX

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

19,510 mi
Last recorded19,510 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 MMX
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 19,510 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 19,510 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 19,311 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

handle bar extension mounting bushes are worn

offside indicator tell is not working but indicator is visible from riding position

rear number plate is deteriating

Pass 31 Jul 2014 17,236 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 17,223 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 16,097 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 16,097 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 16,090 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

seat has latch missing at front

Pass 5 May 2007 12,839 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2007 12,826 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 6,079 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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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LF03 MMX is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LF03 MMX, 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 LF03 MMX registered?

LF03 MMX is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is LF03 MMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 MMX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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