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W519 ULY

2000 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,278 mi
Last recorded15,278 miles
Recorded on22 May 2009
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW519 ULY
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2009 15,278 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 12,650 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

L Rear Indicator Lens Taped On

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Jan 2008 12,650 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

L/R indicator Lens Taped on

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 7,126 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 7,091 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

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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W519 ULY is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 W519 ULY, 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 W519 ULY registered?

W519 ULY is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 19 July 2000.

Is W519 ULY safe to buy?

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