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LK03 EYS

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 EYS
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2011
Fail 22 Nov 2011

Front Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Front Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

front and rear sprocket covers are missing and your leg can geg trapped or caught on the moving drive chain. front headrace bearings are not freely moving attempt to re grease

Pass 19 Nov 2010
Fail 9 Nov 2010

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 2,731 miles

2 panels not fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Apr 2008 2,588 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 2,588 miles

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

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 EYS is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc 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 LK03 EYS, 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 EYS registered?

LK03 EYS is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is LK03 EYS safe to buy?

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