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AU08 ZXP

2008 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

18,014 mi
Last recorded18,014 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YQ5015,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 ZXP
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 18,014 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Jul 2018 18,014 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play notchy in centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2017 17,263 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 17,226 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 17,015 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 17,013 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 17,013 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 17,013 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(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 Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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AU08 ZXP is a 2008 Yamaha YQ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AU08 ZXP, 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 AU08 ZXP registered?

AU08 ZXP is a 2008 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is AU08 ZXP safe to buy?

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