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AU04 LJV

2004 Yamaha YQ50

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,977 mi
Last recorded29,977 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha YQ5011,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 LJV
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 29,977 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2025 29,951 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 26,273 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 24,381 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 24,376 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2022 21,905 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 20,947 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 20,252 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 18,361 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 17,291 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 16,691 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 16,091 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 15,500 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 14,766 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 14,308 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 13,253 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 12,787 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 12,786 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 12,231 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 12,231 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 11,444 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 10,048 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 9,115 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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AU04 LJV is a 2004 Yamaha YQ50 in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 11,272 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU04 LJV, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU04 LJV registered?

AU04 LJV is a 2004 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 12 June 2004.

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The MOT history for AU04 LJV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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