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NX03 LNW

2003 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,211 mi
Last recorded6,211 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX03 LNW
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 6,211 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 11,006 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 9,953 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2013 9,953 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 7,780 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 7,714 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 6,120 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Tyre sidewalls perished and cracked; not within scope of test.

Pass 6 Sep 2007 5,739 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 3,433 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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NX03 LNW is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LNW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NX03 LNW registered?

NX03 LNW is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 23 April 2003.

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