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MX03 HMC

2003 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,775 mi
Last recorded5,775 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2008
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 HMC
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,775 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 5,775 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 5,770 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 5,770 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 May 2006 5,378 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 5,378 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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MX03 HMC is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Green 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 MX03 HMC, 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 MX03 HMC registered?

MX03 HMC is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is MX03 HMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX03 HMC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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