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AO51 OCC

2001 Yamaha YN50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,767 mi
Last recorded16,767 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YN508,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 OCC
MakeYamaha
ModelYN50
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 16,767 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 15,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil R & L fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Handlebars slightly to right - when wheels straight (2.4 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 15,788 miles

Headlamp aim too high Main & dip beam switch operating in reverse (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing Covered by L plate (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps Operating in reverse (4.1.3 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps Operating in reverse (4.1.3 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil R & L fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Handlebars slightly to right - when wheels straight (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 15,226 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 12,890 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 12,869 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 12,595 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 8,910 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 19 May 2009 5,935 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 5,935 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 5,816 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 5,631 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YN50?

Based on 23,061 MOT tests across 3,666 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,666
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 664
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 413
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 305
Tyre tread not clearly visible 282
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AO51 OCC is a 2001 Yamaha YN50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YN50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 8,263 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YN50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 840 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO51 OCC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YN50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha YN50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO51 OCC registered?

AO51 OCC is a 2001 Yamaha YN50, first registered on 14 December 2001.

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