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BU53 MJE

2003 Yamaha YQ100

Blue Petrol 101cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,558 mi
Last recorded11,558 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YQ10011,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 MJE
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ100
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine101cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 11,558 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 11,266 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 9,789 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 9,782 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 May 2021 7,886 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Customer advised will not pass next MOT (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 7,448 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

fork stanchions pitted but not leaking

no mirrors fitted

number plate fairing panel slightly insecure but not in danger of becoming detached

Fail 1 Nov 2019 7,448 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

fork stanchions pitted but not leaking

no mirrors fitted

number plate fairing panel slightly insecure but not in danger of becoming detached

Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,338 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 7,284 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 7,265 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 7,072 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2007 7,072 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 6,342 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YQ100?

Based on 8,974 MOT tests across 1,671 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
1,070
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 640
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 368
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 301
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 272
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 220
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BU53 MJE is a 2003 Yamaha YQ100 in Blue with a 101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha YQ100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 11,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YQ100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 MJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YQ100 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha YQ100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU53 MJE registered?

BU53 MJE is a 2003 Yamaha YQ100, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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