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LF04 LKU

2004 Yamaha VP300

Black Petrol 264cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,603 mi
Last recorded26,603 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Yamaha VP30011,371 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 LKU
MakeYamaha
ModelVP300
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine264cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 26,603 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 25,862 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 25,837 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 24,061 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 24,061 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 20,579 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 20,579 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2010 17,439 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 15,600 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,582 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 11,019 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha VP300?

Based on 953 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
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LF04 LKU is a 2004 Yamaha VP300 in Black with a 264cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha VP300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 11,371 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 Yamaha VP300 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF04 LKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha VP300 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha VP300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF04 LKU registered?

LF04 LKU is a 2004 Yamaha VP300, first registered on 9 July 2004.

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The MOT history for LF04 LKU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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