Gilera Cougar

Green and White · Petrol · 2001 · 124 cc

X453 PEWMOT history

X453 PEW is a green and white petrol Gilera Cougar first used on 3 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023 and it has passed 4 of 7 MOT tests, with 21,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2023
Mileage
21,227 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2017
MOT tests
7
4 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X453 PEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Gilera
Model
Cougar
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
124 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X453 PEW was last recorded at 21,227 miles on 8 Mar 2017, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
21,227 miles · 28 Feb 2017
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2017 – 21,227 miles
  • 2015 – 89 miles
  • 2012 – 74 miles
  • 2008 – 73 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose Rear swing arm slight freeplay (5.3.3 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

7 tests since 26 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    270873854431
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose Rear swing arm slight freeplay (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    880568916159
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose Rear swing arm slight freeplay (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass21,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    21,227 miles
    Test number
    437534123578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail21,227 miles (+21,138)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,227 miles
    Test number
    824314230988
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureHandlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)
    • FailureNearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

  5. Fail89 miles (+15)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89 miles
    Test number
    665446215029
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)
    • FailureHandlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
    • FailureThrottle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

  6. Pass74 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74 miles
    Test number
    255453632317
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryHandlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
    • NoteRuns badly

  7. Pass73 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    73 miles
    Test number
    643940278212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X453 PEW

Does X453 PEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X453 PEW expired on 19 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X453 PEW?
The MOT on X453 PEW expired on 19 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X453 PEW done?
X453 PEW was recorded at 21,227 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2017, an average of 2,505 miles a year.
Has X453 PEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X453 PEW has failed 3 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on X453 PEW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on X453 PEW find?
X453 PEW passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2022 with 1 advisory: rear suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose rear swing arm slight freeplay.

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