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AE55 LXM

2005 Yamaha YQ50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

29,889 mi
Last recorded29,889 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Yamaha YQ5013,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 LXM
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 29,889 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 29,889 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 11 Jul 2015 29,889 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 31 Jul 2012 23,369 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 19,965 miles

Air box slightly insecure (Fixing broken)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly insecure

Front brake master cylinder top has a securing bolt missing

Handlebar top cowling slightly loose ( bolt missing)

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

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

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

n/s front indicator lens cracked and broken NO WHITE LIGHT SHOWING

Pass 6 Jan 2011 19,965 miles

Air box slightly insecure (Fixing broken)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly insecure

Front brake master cylinder top has a securing bolt missing

Handlebar top cowling slightly loose ( bolt missing)

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

n/s front indicator lens cracked and broken NO WHITE LIGHT SHOWING

Pass 2 Oct 2009 14,063 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 13,973 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 13,973 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YQ50?

Based on 34,454 MOT tests across 6,064 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
1,434
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
6,064
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,796
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,372
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,307
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 969
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 693
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AE55 LXM is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 13,564 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 YQ50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 2,796 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE55 LXM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YQ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AE55 LXM is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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