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AO51 MKV

2001 Yamaha YQ50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

30,288 mi
Last recorded30,288 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YQ5011,005 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 MKV
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 30,288 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 30,288 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play headstock (2.2.2)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 25,240 miles

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

center stand spring weak

Fail 30 Jun 2015 25,206 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 23,910 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 23,901 miles

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

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 16,082 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 14,292 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 14,292 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 10,057 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 10,055 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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AO51 MKV is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 11,005 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 AO51 MKV, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO51 MKV registered?

AO51 MKV is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 3 November 2001.

Is AO51 MKV safe to buy?

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