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LF03 MWW

2003 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,333 mi
Last recorded22,333 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 MWW
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 22,333 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 22,333 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2015 19,489 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 19,489 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 14 Feb 2015 19,426 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 14,932 miles

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 14,932 miles

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Fail 25 May 2013 14,904 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 14,100 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 12,341 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 12,341 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2006 9,503 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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LF03 MWW is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LF03 MWW, 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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LF03 MWW is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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