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W69 COT

2000 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

7,497 mi
Last recorded7,497 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW69 COT
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 7,497 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 7,494 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 7,312 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 6,274 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2012 6,271 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 3,841 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 3,822 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2007 3,625 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2007 3,625 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 3,037 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2006 3,037 miles

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Fail 19 Jul 2006 3,029 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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W69 COT is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 W69 COT, 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 W69 COT registered?

W69 COT is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 17 August 2000.

Is W69 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W69 COT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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