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LX51 OEC

2001 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

273 mi
Last recorded273 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 OEC
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 273 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

exhaust bracket needs attention

rear stop and sidelight mounted to the side of vehicle

Fail 3 Jul 2014 273 miles

Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

exhaust bracket needs attention

rear stop and sidelight mounted to the side of vehicle

Fail 29 Jun 2013 10,287 miles

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 10,287 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012

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

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

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Number plate light not working

Fail 14 Mar 2011 15,836 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 15,836 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 15,830 miles

Drive belt guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 12,117 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 11,680 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 11,680 miles

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 11,253 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 11,252 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 9,971 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 7,581 miles

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

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 OEC is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OEC, 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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LX51 OEC is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 23 November 2001.

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