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LF03 YMT

2003 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,679 mi
Last recorded11,679 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 YMT
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 11,679 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 11,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

frame covers fitted to machine at time of test

o/s/f footpeg bent

rear chain guard missing

rear locking device on rear torque arm needs attention

rear numberplate lamp incomplete and not working

Fail 6 Jul 2015 11,220 miles

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

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

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

frame covers fitted to machine at time of test

o/s/f footpeg bent

rear chain guard missing

rear locking device on rear torque arm needs attention

rear numberplate lamp incomplete and not working

Pass 25 Jul 2014 3,279 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 3,279 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2014 3,279 miles

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

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 3,188 miles

Speedo Has No MPH Markings So Not UK Road Legal

rear numberplate letters & numbers & background size incorrect .

Fail 11 Sep 2008 3,188 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

rear numberplate letters & numbers & background size incorrect .

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 YMT is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YMT, 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 YMT registered?

LF03 YMT is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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