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LF03 YKV

2003 Gilera Cougar

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

8,717 mi
Last recorded8,717 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 YKV
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 8,717 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 8,341 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened stanchion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened stanchion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

beam aim converter fitted

Fail 3 Sep 2024 8,341 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened stanchion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened stanchion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2017 7,013 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 5,240 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 4,994 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 3,884 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 2,943 miles

rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 23 Feb 2011 2,111 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 1,881 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 1,628 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 1,271 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 838 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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 YKV is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YKV, 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 YKV registered?

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

Is LF03 YKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 YKV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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