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Y208 DGT

2001 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

874 mi
Last recorded874 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY208 DGT
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 874 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 842 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 836 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 357 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 2,035 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 8 May 2014 2,033 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 928 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 166 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 166 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 45 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 45 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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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Y208 DGT is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 5,848 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 Y208 DGT, 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 25 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y208 DGT registered?

Y208 DGT is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is Y208 DGT safe to buy?

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