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LK51 PYP

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,577 mi
Last recorded7,577 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 PYP
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 7,577 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 7,577 miles

Rear Brake component insecure brake stay bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 6,969 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 5,991 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 5,958 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 5,809 miles

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

battery cover/panel missing battery still secure

Pass 19 Mar 2015 5,780 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 5,780 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 5,758 miles

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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LK51 PYP is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 5,848 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 LK51 PYP, 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 25 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK51 PYP registered?

LK51 PYP is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 18 October 2001.

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The MOT history for LK51 PYP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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