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MF51 WDA

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,359 mi
Last recorded17,359 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 WDA
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2012 17,359 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 17,359 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 12,658 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

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

slight cracking of the rear tyre side walls

Fail 21 Feb 2011 12,658 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

slight cracking of the rear tyre side walls

Pass 26 Sep 2009 10,130 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 8,041 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2008 8,028 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 7,703 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 6,545 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 6,545 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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MF51 WDA is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 6,392 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 MF51 WDA, 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 24 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MF51 WDA is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 4 February 2002.

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