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LK03 CZH

2003 Gilera Cougar

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

1,998 mi
Last recorded1,998 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 CZH
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2014 1,998 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 1,233 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 18,172 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,780 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 16,776 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2011 13,679 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 13,679 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 13,592 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 13,592 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

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
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LK03 CZH is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LK03 CZH, 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 LK03 CZH registered?

LK03 CZH is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 8 May 2003.

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