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VX55 VHF

2006 Gas Gas EC300

Red Petrol 300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Gas Gas EC3001,057 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 VHF
MakeGas Gas
ModelEC300
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine300cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025
Pass 20 Sep 2024

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

lights masked off

Fail 20 Sep 2024

Chain guard missing ()

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

lights masked off

Pass 22 Sep 2023

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

all lights masked off at time of test

Fail 4 Jul 2023

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2022

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 27 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 27 miles

Central Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition gasket missing (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 7 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 7 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017
Pass 9 Aug 2016

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 26 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014
Fail 10 Mar 2014

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 26 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 187 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2011 187 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 142 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 38 miles

How Reliable is the Gas Gas EC300?

Based on 683 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
147
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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VX55 VHF is a 2006 Gas Gas EC300 in Red with a 300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Gas Gas EC300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 1,057 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 EC300 fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX55 VHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gas Gas EC300 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Gas Gas EC300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX55 VHF registered?

VX55 VHF is a 2006 Gas Gas EC300, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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