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LF03 YKU

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

986 mi
Last recorded986 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2009
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 YKU
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2009 986 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 983 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 12,235 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2008 12,048 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 4,753 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 24 Jul 2007 4,655 miles

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

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

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 1,434 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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 YKU is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 YKU, 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 YKU registered?

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

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