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LF03 YJZ

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,539 mi
Last recorded19,539 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 YJZ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2011 19,539 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 2 Nov 2011 19,539 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 26 Oct 2011 19,538 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2010 16,301 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2010 16,301 miles

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

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

number plate lamp missing

Pass 18 Sep 2009 8,717 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 7,311 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Sep 2008 7,306 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar excessively corroded (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 3,609 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 23 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 YJZ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YJZ, 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 YJZ registered?

LF03 YJZ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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