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LF03 MXH

2003 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,122 mi
Last recorded28,122 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 MXH
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2014 28,122 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 24,508 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 19,860 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

o/s footrest bent but not affecting operation of pedals

Fail 4 Jan 2012 19,857 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

number plate lamp not illuminating

o/s footrest bent but not affecting operation of pedals

Pass 9 Feb 2011 15,445 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 15,437 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Jul 2008 15,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 9,187 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 8,818 miles

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

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

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 MXH is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MXH, 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 MXH registered?

LF03 MXH is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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