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W518 VMX

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,879 mi
Last recorded2,879 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW518 VMX
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 2,879 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Head race bearings Slightly loose.

Pass 20 Mar 2019 1,584 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 11,277 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015

no speedometer fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2014 32,700 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 56 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

handle bars have slight flexing

Fail 23 Apr 2013 56 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

handle bars have slight flexing

Fail 26 Nov 2011 8,991 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 8,991 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 2,081 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 1,995 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 696 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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W518 VMX is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W518 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W518 VMX registered?

W518 VMX is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is W518 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W518 VMX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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