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VU52 JWN

2002 Gilera Cougar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,202 mi
Last recorded11,202 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2009
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 JWN
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2009 11,202 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 11,202 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 9,485 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 7,215 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 7,210 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Nearside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 4,347 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 3,892 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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VU52 JWN is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 6,392 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 VU52 JWN, 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 24 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 VU52 JWN registered?

VU52 JWN is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is VU52 JWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 JWN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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