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Y272 LNN

2001 Gas Gas Ec 300

Blue Petrol 294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Gas Gas Ec 300827 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY272 LNN
MakeGas Gas
ModelEc 300
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine294cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025
Pass 10 Dec 2022

Daytime MOT no lights fitted time of test

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Dec 2022

Daytime MOT no lights fitted time of test

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020

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

NO LIGHTS FITTED DAY TIME USE ONLY

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded all spokes in rear wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Rear rear shock slightly reduced damping

Fail 17 Feb 2020

Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

NO LIGHTS FITTED DAY TIME USE ONLY

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded all spokes in rear wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Rear rear shock slightly reduced damping

Pass 21 Jan 2016

"ONLY TO BE USED DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS AND NOT TO BE USED AT TIMES OF SERIOUSLY REDUCED VISIBILITY"

Pass 22 Dec 2014

no lights fitted day time running only

slight play in rear shock absorber linkage

Fail 22 Nov 2014

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Oil leak

no lights fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2013

ONLY TO BE USED DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS AND NOT TO BE USED AT TIMES OF SERIOUSLY REDUCED VISIBILITY.

Pass 24 Feb 2011 3,054 miles

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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Y272 LNN is a 2001 Gas Gas Ec 300 in Blue with a 294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Gas Gas Ec 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 827 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 Y272 LNN, 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 25 years old, this Gas Gas Ec 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y272 LNN is a 2001 Gas Gas Ec 300, first registered on 14 August 2001.

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