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YN05 VDK

2005 Gas Gas Ec 300

Red Petrol 299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Gas Gas Ec 3001,635 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 VDK
MakeGas Gas
ModelEc 300
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2024

no lights at time of test only to used during daylight hours and not at time of reduced visibility

Pass 26 Mar 2020

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 8 Mar 2019
Pass 7 Mar 2019
Pass 27 Jul 2017

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 May 2016

brake fluid level low on rear

Fail 13 Apr 2016

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 1,944 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Apr 2013 2,123 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 3,130 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 3,130 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 2,864 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 2,464 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 2,464 miles

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

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 2,430 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 2,430 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 2,142 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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YN05 VDK is a 2005 Gas Gas Ec 300 in Red with a 299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Gas Gas Ec 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 1,635 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 YN05 VDK, 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 21 years old, this Gas Gas Ec 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN05 VDK registered?

YN05 VDK is a 2005 Gas Gas Ec 300, first registered on 1 April 2005.

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The MOT history for YN05 VDK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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