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W709 PNU

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,967 mi
Last recorded7,967 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2010
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW709 PNU
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2010 7,967 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 7,958 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 4,941 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 4,735 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

number plate light is not working

Pass 10 Feb 2006 4,676 miles

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

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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W709 PNU is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black 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 W709 PNU, 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 W709 PNU registered?

W709 PNU is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 17 March 2000.

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