Gilera Cougar

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 124 cc

X49 BTAMOT history

X49 BTA is a black petrol Gilera Cougar first used on 9 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 5,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
5,778 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X49 BTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Gilera
Model
Cougar
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
124 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
9 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X49 BTA was last recorded at 5,778 miles on 16 May 2026, 121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2016: 4,953 miles, lower than 4,954 miles on 21 May 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
5,657 miles · 12 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
121 miles
Average per year
154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 5,778 miles
  • 2024 – 5,657 miles
  • 2018 – 4,956 miles
  • 2016 – 4,953 miles
  • 2013 – 4,954 miles
  • 2012 – 4,741 miles
  • 2010 – 4,697 miles
  • 2009 – 4,681 miles
  • 2007 – 4,542 miles
  • 2006 – 2,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass5,778 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass5,778 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    5,778 miles
    Test number
    988041883296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass5,657 miles (+701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    5,657 miles
    Test number
    294287580841
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass4,956 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    4,956 miles
    Test number
    805114416077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass4,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    4,953 miles
    Test number
    277972822255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail4,953 miles (-1)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,953 miles
    Test number
    719893827204
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

  6. Pass4,954 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    4,954 miles
    Test number
    556051943181
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
    • AdvisoryHandlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
    • NoteChain guard missing

  7. Fail4,954 miles (+213)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,954 miles
    Test number
    116708633188
    • FailureFront shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
    • FailureRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
    • AdvisoryHandlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
    • NoteChain guard missing

  8. Pass4,741 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    4,741 miles
    Test number
    438891412099
    • NoteHandlebar mounting showing sign of wear

  9. Pass4,741 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    4,741 miles
    Test number
    407891412031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass4,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    4,697 miles
    Test number
    824752760193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail4,697 miles (+16)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,697 miles
    Test number
    953762860172
    • Repaired at testDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

  12. Pass4,681 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    4,681 miles
    Test number
    922650519173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  13. Fail4,676 miles (+134)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,676 miles
    Test number
    734767899079
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  14. Fail4,542 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,542 miles
    Test number
    732705667108
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  15. Pass4,542 miles (+1,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    4,542 miles
    Test number
    751595567109
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  16. Pass2,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    2,694 miles
    Test number
    680437846156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X49 BTA

Does X49 BTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X49 BTA is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X49 BTA?
The MOT on X49 BTA is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X49 BTA done?
X49 BTA was recorded at 5,778 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 154 miles a year.
Has X49 BTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X49 BTA has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on X49 BTA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jul 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X49 BTA find?
X49 BTA passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil.

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