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X824 JCS

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

5,431 mi
Last recorded5,431 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX824 JCS
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 5,431 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 5 Apr 2018 5,431 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 5,431 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 5,353 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 4,428 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 4,055 miles

no plate lamp defective

Pass 16 Aug 2011 4,013 miles

no plate lamp inop

Pass 12 Jul 2010 3,198 miles

no.plate lamp inop

Fail 17 Jun 2009 2,779 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 2,779 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 1,461 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 1,461 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Outer Rear Lower Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Front Lower Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Lower Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2007 130 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 125 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear swing arm bearings are worn and have slight free play

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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X824 JCS is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X824 JCS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X824 JCS registered?

X824 JCS is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 10 October 2000.

Is X824 JCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X824 JCS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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