MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,939 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Front tyre sidewall perishing
Handlebars twisted
Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Front tyre sidewall perishing
Handlebars twisted
Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?
Based on 7,923 MOT tests across 1,170 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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X727 BDV is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 X727 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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What year was X727 BDV registered?
X727 BDV is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 1 September 2000.
Is X727 BDV safe to buy?
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