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LJ05 SBO

2005 Yamaha VP300

Black Petrol 264cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,966 mi
Last recorded52,966 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Yamaha VP30012,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 SBO
MakeYamaha
ModelVP300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine264cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 52,966 miles

front tyre worn uneven

Pass 3 Jul 2015 47,544 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 43,531 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 43,504 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 43,504 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 39,766 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 35,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 6 Aug 2011 35,659 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2010 31,096 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 25,703 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 19,575 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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LJ05 SBO is a 2005 Yamaha VP300 in Black with a 264cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha VP300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 12,575 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 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 LJ05 SBO, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha VP300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 SBO registered?

LJ05 SBO is a 2005 Yamaha VP300, first registered on 5 August 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 SBO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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