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VX53 SJY

2004 Gas Gas Ec 200

Blue Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Gas Gas Ec 200660 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 SJY
MakeGas Gas
ModelEc 200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2013
Fail 12 Mar 2012

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

indicators not fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Mar 2012

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

indicators not fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Mar 2011
Pass 29 Mar 2010

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 13 Mar 2009

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

Fail 12 Mar 2009

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 Feb 2008

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jan 2007
Fail 13 Jan 2007

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Gas Gas Ec 200?

Based on 1,199 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
150
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
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VX53 SJY is a 2004 Gas Gas Ec 200 in Blue with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 Gas Gas Ec 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 660 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 200 fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 SJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gas Gas Ec 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Gas Gas Ec 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX53 SJY registered?

VX53 SJY is a 2004 Gas Gas Ec 200, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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The MOT history for VX53 SJY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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