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EU05 DAA

2005 Gas Gas Ec 300

Blue Petrol 299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Gas Gas Ec 3001,635 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 DAA
MakeGas Gas
ModelEc 300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023
Fail 26 Mar 2020

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

daytime use only lights taped over at time of test

Pass 16 Oct 2018

engine stop switch inop

no lights fitted at time of test daytime use only

Fail 27 Sep 2018

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

engine kill switch inop

Pass 4 Apr 2017 2,024 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015

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

Fail 2 Dec 2015

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 1,635 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 1,560 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 101 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2011

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 11 Feb 2011

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 62 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 62 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008
Fail 16 Sep 2008

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

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

How Reliable is the Gas Gas Ec 300?

Based on 2,801 MOT tests across 427 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
201
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
427
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 44
Tyre is unsuitable 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 41
wheel bearings have excessive free play 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 32
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EU05 DAA is a 2005 Gas Gas Ec 300 in Blue with a 299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Gas Gas Ec 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 1,635 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 Gas Gas Ec 300 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU05 DAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gas Gas Ec 300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Gas Gas Ec 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EU05 DAA registered?

EU05 DAA is a 2005 Gas Gas Ec 300, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is EU05 DAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 DAA shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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