CarVerify

Free Car Check

LF03 YKH

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 125cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

33,501 mi
Last recorded33,501 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Gilera
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 YKH
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 33,501 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 33,501 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released control one (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2017 32,166 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 30,138 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 30,138 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 29,359 miles

advise front tyre tread starting to get low

Pass 10 Jul 2014 28,561 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 28,558 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 28,552 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2012 28,524 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 23,634 miles

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 9 Mar 2010 22,986 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 22,986 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 19,112 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 14,839 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 14,837 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Feb 2007 10,629 miles

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

Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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
Full Gilera Cougar reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LF03 YKH is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 YKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LF03 YKH?

You can check the full history of LF03 YKH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LF03 YKH registered?

LF03 YKH is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is LF03 YKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 YKH shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF03 YKH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LF03 YKH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.