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LX51 OEA

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

16,954 mi
Last recorded16,954 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 OEA
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 16,954 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 15,855 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 15,855 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 15,448 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

front tyre perishing in tread, but not showing cords.

Pass 12 Oct 2013 12,182 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front brake has slight bind

Front forks pitted

Fail 12 Oct 2013 12,182 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front brake has slight bind

Front forks pitted

Fail 19 Feb 2011 10,840 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 16 May 2009 10,808 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 13 Mar 2008 10,803 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 9,201 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2007 9,186 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2006 7,990 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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LX51 OEA is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 LX51 OEA, 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 LX51 OEA registered?

LX51 OEA is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 7 November 2001.

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