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AV08 GKN

2008 Yamaha YQ50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

45,129 mi
Last recorded45,129 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2013
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YQ5015,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 GKN
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2013 45,129 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 45,129 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 45,060 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front indicator mounting slack

Pass 13 Jul 2012 41,406 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2012 41,405 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 31,631 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2011 31,631 miles

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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AV08 GKN 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 42.9%.

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 AV08 GKN, 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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AV08 GKN is a 2008 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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