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WF02 FAJ

2002 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

731 mi
Last recorded731 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Gilera Cougar6,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF02 FAJ
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 731 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 718 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 718 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear tyre has perish cracks in sidewall

Right hand footrest hanger bent

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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WF02 FAJ is a 2002 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 6,392 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 WF02 FAJ, 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 24 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WF02 FAJ registered?

WF02 FAJ is a 2002 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 16 July 2002.

Is WF02 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF02 FAJ 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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