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W194 EUB

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,950 mi
Last recorded10,950 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW194 EUB
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 10,950 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 10,910 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2024 10,910 miles

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 10,872 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 10,828 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 10,720 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 10,387 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 10,235 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 10,061 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 9,979 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 9,879 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 9,736 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2014 9,694 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 9,594 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 9,405 miles

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Fail 12 May 2012 9,405 miles

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 9,153 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 8,903 miles

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 8,903 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 8,548 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 8,548 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 8,266 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 8,266 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 7,872 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2005 6,458 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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W194 EUB is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 6,030 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 W194 EUB, 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 26 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W194 EUB registered?

W194 EUB is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W194 EUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W194 EUB shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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