Gilera Coguar MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 257 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 40.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Gilera Coguar MOT Reliability Overview
The Gilera Coguar is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 257 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 59.1% and a failure rate of 40.9%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Gilera Coguar earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Gilera Coguar presents for MOT with approximately 7,680 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2001 models achieve the highest pass rate at 72.2%, while 2003 models have the lowest at 50.7%. This 21.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Gilera Coguar is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 38.1% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 23.0%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 17.5%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 48.6% | 125 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 27.2% | 70 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 19.8% | 51 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 18.3% | 47 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Drive System | 16.7% | 43 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 7.0% | 18 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 5.4% | 14 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Suspension | 4.3% | 11 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.3% | 6 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.9% | 5 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.9% | 5 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.6% | 4 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.6% | 4 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 1.2% | 3 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.2% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 7,680 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 63.33 | 48.6% | 125 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 35.47 | 27.2% | 70 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 25.84 | 19.8% | 51 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 23.81 | 18.3% | 47 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 21.79 | 16.7% | 43 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 9.12 | 7.0% | 18 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 7.09 | 5.4% | 14 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 5.57 | 4.3% | 11 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.04 | 2.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.53 | 1.9% | 5 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.53 | 1.9% | 5 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 2.03 | 1.6% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering | 2.03 | 1.6% | 4 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.52 | 1.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 1.52 | 1.2% | 3 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Gilera Coguar has 7,680 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Gilera Coguar has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 53.26% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Gilera Coguar MOT Data
The Gilera Coguar is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 257 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 59.1% and a failure rate of 40.9%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Gilera Coguar owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension and motorcycle lighting and signalling for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Coguar is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 38.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 38.1% of MOT failures on the Gilera Coguar. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 23.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 23.0% of MOT failures on the Gilera Coguar. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 17.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 17.5% of MOT failures on the Gilera Coguar. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Gilera Coguar?
Based on 257 MOT tests in our database, the Gilera Coguar has an overall pass rate of 59.1% (40.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Gilera Coguar?
The top 3 reasons a Gilera Coguar fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (38.1%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (23.0%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (17.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Gilera Coguar reliable?
With a 40.9% MOT failure rate, the Coguar is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Gilera Coguar?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (38.1%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (23.0%); Motorcycle brakes (17.5%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.