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W513 VMX

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,174 mi
Last recorded2,174 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW513 VMX
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 2,174 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2016 2,174 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Mar 2015

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Oct 2011 8,261 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 8,261 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 8,261 miles

Dip/Main switch slightly sticky at first but worked ok once fiddled with.

Pass 19 Mar 2008 4,822 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 2,981 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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W513 VMX is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W513 VMX, 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 W513 VMX registered?

W513 VMX is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 28 June 2000.

Is W513 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W513 VMX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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