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LJ04 RXW

2004 Yamaha VP300

Purple Petrol 264cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,514 mi
Last recorded30,514 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Yamaha VP30011,371 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 RXW
MakeYamaha
ModelVP300
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine264cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 30,514 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 30,514 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 23,716 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 20,351 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 17,192 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 14,344 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 10,977 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 8,252 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 6,306 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha VP300?

Based on 953 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
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LJ04 RXW is a 2004 Yamaha VP300 in Purple with a 264cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha VP300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 11,371 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha VP300 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ04 RXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha VP300 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha VP300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ04 RXW registered?

LJ04 RXW is a 2004 Yamaha VP300, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is LJ04 RXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ04 RXW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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