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LY03 RFX

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,367 mi
Last recorded16,367 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2011
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 RFX
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2011 16,367 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2011 16,367 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 16,367 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 13,075 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 17,172 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 17,172 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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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LY03 RFX is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LY03 RFX, 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 LY03 RFX registered?

LY03 RFX is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is LY03 RFX safe to buy?

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