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PJ03 RCF

2003 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

4,076 mi
Last recorded4,076 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Gilera Cougar6,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 RCF
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2014 4,076 miles

reg plate light not working

seat slightly loose

Fail 24 Jun 2014 4,070 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

reg plate light not working

seat slightly loose

Pass 19 Jun 2013 1,605 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 1,604 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

front shocker hard

Fail 27 Jul 2012 817 miles

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

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

Rear lamp fitting rusty,will need cleaning

Pass 27 Jul 2012 817 miles

Rear lamp fitting rusty,will need cleaning

Pass 7 Jul 2006 810 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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PJ03 RCF is a 2003 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PJ03 RCF, 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 PJ03 RCF registered?

PJ03 RCF is a 2003 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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The MOT history for PJ03 RCF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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