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YN55 YBV

2005 Gas Gas Ec 300

Blue Petrol 299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

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

RegistrationYN55 YBV
MakeGas Gas
ModelEc 300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024
Pass 5 Mar 2018

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both front (2.3.3)

front tyre pressure low

Fail 24 Feb 2018

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both front (2.3.3)

front tyre pressure low

Pass 8 Sep 2016
Pass 30 Jan 2010 12 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 10 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008

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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YN55 YBV is a 2005 Gas Gas Ec 300 in Blue with a 299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YN55 YBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN55 YBV registered?

YN55 YBV is a 2005 Gas Gas Ec 300, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is YN55 YBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN55 YBV 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.

Does YN55 YBV have outstanding finance?

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