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BT57 LYA

2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,246 mi
Last recorded16,246 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle7,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 LYA
MakeYamaha
ModelXf 50 Giggle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 16,246 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 16,241 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 15,809 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 14,971 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 14,967 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2017 13,976 miles

Front Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Fail 4 May 2017 13,976 miles

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

Front Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 12,960 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 11,933 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 11,933 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 10,760 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 9,696 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 9,696 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 9,105 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2011 8,489 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle?

Based on 1,238 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
550
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 12
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
Headlamp aim too high 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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BT57 LYA is a 2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 7,628 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 Xf 50 Giggle fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT57 LYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BT57 LYA is a 2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle, first registered on 29 January 2008.

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