Berthing problems on her intended route at Fishnish meant she began a decade of service at Largs.

[4] In January 1999, she lost steering power approaching Largs slipway and was blown into the pier.

[4] She then moved to Largs, becoming the main Cumbrae vessel from 14 May, with MV Loch Riddon joining her through the summers.

For a decade, until June 2007, she provided this service, with relief for overhaul from MV Loch Tarbert.

[4] Early in 2007, she underwent successful berthing trials at Ardmhor and Eriskay in the Western Isles.