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LN51 FVW

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,651 mi
Last recorded35,651 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 FVW
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2013 35,651 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 24,647 miles

motorcylce has been hard tailed

stanchion n/s and o/s slight pitting

very slight differance in front tyre bead fitting avise attention

Pass 26 Mar 2007 1,270 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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LN51 FVW is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LN51 FVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LN51 FVW registered?

LN51 FVW is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is LN51 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 FVW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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