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W972 LFE

2000 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,157 mi
Last recorded17,157 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2008
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW972 LFE
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2008 17,157 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 17,157 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 12,485 miles

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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W972 LFE is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 W972 LFE, 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 W972 LFE registered?

W972 LFE is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 12 July 2000.

Is W972 LFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W972 LFE shows 3 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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