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YV03 VBX

2003 Gas Gas EC300

Blue Petrol 299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,679 mi
Last recorded1,679 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Gas Gas EC3001,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 VBX
MakeGas Gas
ModelEC300
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine299cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 1,679 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 1,623 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 1,589 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 27 May 2017 1,571 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 748 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 589 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 589 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 406 miles

No indicators fitted to vehicle

Off road style tres fitted - vehicle intended for off road use

Pass 18 Aug 2008 342 miles

Aggressive off road tyres fitted (vehicle prepared for enduro racing)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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YV03 VBX is a 2003 Gas Gas EC300 in Blue with a 299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Gas Gas EC300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 1,476 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 YV03 VBX, 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 23 years old, this Gas Gas EC300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YV03 VBX registered?

YV03 VBX is a 2003 Gas Gas EC300, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is YV03 VBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV03 VBX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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