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CP08 PKU

2008 Yamaha YQ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,000 mi
Last recorded7,000 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YQ5015,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 PKU
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 7,000 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 7,000 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 7,000 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 7,000 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 7,000 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Fail 14 Jul 2016 7,000 miles

Headlamp aim too high also poor beam image (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 7,000 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 6,999 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 6,999 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 6,400 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 11,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Offside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 11,422 miles

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Offside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 7 Jul 2012 11,422 miles

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Offside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 11,422 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 11,422 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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CP08 PKU is a 2008 Yamaha YQ50 in Red 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 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 CP08 PKU, 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 CP08 PKU registered?

CP08 PKU is a 2008 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is CP08 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 PKU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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