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BG05 OTL

2005 Yamaha Yh 50

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,166 mi
Last recorded7,166 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yh 505,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 OTL
MakeYamaha
ModelYh 50
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2014 7,166 miles

Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 7,167 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 15 Jan 2014 7,167 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 7,167 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front tyre showing signs of being perished on the outside edges

Pass 5 Jul 2011 7,078 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 6,368 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 4,566 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 2,624 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yh 50?

Based on 3,082 MOT tests across 449 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
566
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
449
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 80
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 73
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 56
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 54
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
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BG05 OTL is a 2005 Yamaha Yh 50 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yh 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 5,966 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 Yh 50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG05 OTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yh 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yh 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG05 OTL registered?

BG05 OTL is a 2005 Yamaha Yh 50, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is BG05 OTL safe to buy?

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