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OV52 XEA

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,691 mi
Last recorded2,691 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 XEA
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 2,691 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 2,463 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 2,161 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 2,152 miles

Centre Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 1,920 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 1,912 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2010 27 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Numberplate light inoperative

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 6 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 143 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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OV52 XEA is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black 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 OV52 XEA, 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 OV52 XEA registered?

OV52 XEA is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 18 February 2003.

Is OV52 XEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 XEA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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