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YA05 VUK

2005 Gas Gas Ec 250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Gas Gas Ec 2501,906 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 VUK
MakeGas Gas
ModelEc 250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Suspect rear shock lower mount fork cracked

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2016
Pass 19 Apr 2013

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Apr 2013

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 Feb 2012

Chain guard missing

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2012

Chain guard missing

How Reliable is the Gas Gas Ec 250?

Based on 1,898 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
187
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 38
reflector on motorcycle missing 36
Tyre is unsuitable 33
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
wheel bearings have excessive free play 24
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YA05 VUK is a 2005 Gas Gas Ec 250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Gas Gas Ec 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 1,906 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 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YA05 VUK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gas Gas Ec 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Gas Gas Ec 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YA05 VUK registered?

YA05 VUK is a 2005 Gas Gas Ec 250, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is YA05 VUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA05 VUK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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