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NX03 LNJ

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,010 mi
Last recorded14,010 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX03 LNJ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2013 14,010 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 14,010 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 13,978 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Registration plate deteriorated but still legible

Fail 10 Nov 2011 13,978 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated but still legible

Fail 12 Aug 2011 13,975 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 11,489 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 11,470 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 8,528 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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NX03 LNJ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NX03 LNJ, 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 NX03 LNJ registered?

NX03 LNJ is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 26 April 2003.

Is NX03 LNJ safe to buy?

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