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AP08 LSZ

2008 Yamaha YQ50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Yamaha YQ5015,224 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 LSZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2015

Nearside Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

no indicator tell tales fitted at time test

no mirrors fitted at time test

no speedo and mileometer fitted at time test

top fairing been cut away and rough edges around handlebars

Pass 11 Apr 2015

Nearside Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

no indicator tell tales fitted at time test

no mirrors fitted at time test

no speedo and mileometer fitted at time test

top fairing been cut away and rough edges around handlebars

Fail 27 Mar 2015

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Speedo and mileometer not fitted.

Top fairing around handlebars cut away and has jagged edges.

Pass 27 Mar 2014 25,109 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 20,451 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 17,945 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 17,945 miles

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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AP08 LSZ is a 2008 Yamaha YQ50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 15,224 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 AP08 LSZ, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP08 LSZ registered?

AP08 LSZ is a 2008 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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