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X538 RFV

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

3,200 mi
Last recorded3,200 miles
Recorded on28 May 2014
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX538 RFV
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2014 3,200 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 3,182 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

front & rear tyre low pressure

handle bar rubber bush mounts slight movement

Pass 6 Jun 2011 3,182 miles

front & rear tyre low pressure

handle bar rubber bush mounts slight movement

Fail 25 May 2010 3,164 miles

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

handle bar rubber bushes slight movement

Pass 25 May 2010 3,164 miles

handle bar rubber bushes slight movement

Pass 29 May 2009 3,118 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre low pressure

Pass 29 May 2008 3,096 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 3,044 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 19 Jun 2007 3,044 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2006 2,969 miles

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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X538 RFV is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X538 RFV, 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 X538 RFV registered?

X538 RFV is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 23 December 2000.

Is X538 RFV safe to buy?

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