MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
12,417 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
unable to fully inspect frame due to plastic covers fitted around upper frame and headstock
Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal failed (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute not flashing when switched on (4.4.4 (a))
unable to fully inspect frame due to plastic covers fitted around upper frame and headstock
Drive chain worn to excess seized links (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Chain guard missing ()
Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam Main beam sticking on (4.1.3 (b))
Drive chain worn to excess Seized links (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
Registration plate insecure Cracked (0.1 (a))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking whilst on right lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Chain guard missing ()
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)
Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)
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)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?
Based on 7,923 MOT tests across 1,170 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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X694 BDV is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.
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 X694 BDV, 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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X694 BDV is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 26 September 2000.
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