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MX03 XWK

2003 Gilera Cougar

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,247 mi
Last recorded6,247 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 XWK
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 6,247 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 25 May 2022 6,247 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 6,192 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 24 Aug 2018 5,780 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 22 Aug 2018 5,779 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 18 Oct 2011 5,635 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 5,635 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2010 4,889 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 4,889 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 10 Oct 2009 4,473 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 4,473 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 4,064 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 3,561 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 28 Aug 2007 3,545 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2006 3,445 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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MX03 XWK is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 XWK, 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 XWK registered?

MX03 XWK is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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