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LJ03 JVG

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,862 mi
Last recorded30,862 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 JVG
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2014 30,862 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 28,012 miles

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 28,012 miles

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2011 24,207 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 28 Jan 2011 24,207 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Dec 2009 18,609 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2009 18,609 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 12,808 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 11,375 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 17 Aug 2007 11,368 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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LJ03 JVG 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 LJ03 JVG, 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 LJ03 JVG registered?

LJ03 JVG is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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