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DK55 FKE

2005 Yamaha YN50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Yamaha YN504,939 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 FKE
MakeYamaha
ModelYN50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015
Pass 12 Apr 2012 5,121 miles

50% of dipped beam not wrking

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

all over panel damage

dust caps missing

front brake has spongy feel

front tyre punctured inflated for test

non standard centre stand return spring

oil leak under seat and oil/fluid leak near carb

poor battery performance

rear light lense loose still secure

rear mud gaurd loose still secure

rear tyre valve starting to crack/perish

signs of rusty fluid at master cylinder

slight bind front wheel

staple in rear tyre and 18mm cut, cords not exposed

Fail 4 Apr 2012 5,121 miles

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

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

50% of dipped beam not wrking

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

all over panel damage

dust caps missing

front brake has spongy feel

front tyre punctured inflated for test

non standard centre stand return spring

oil leak under seat and oil/fluid leak near carb

poor battery performance

rear light lense loose still secure

rear mud gaurd loose still secure

rear tyre valve starting to crack/perish

signs of rusty fluid at master cylinder

slight bind front wheel

staple in rear tyre and 18mm cut, cords not exposed

Pass 11 Dec 2010 5,122 miles

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

oil leak (possible transmission lubricant)

Fail 11 Dec 2010 5,121 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

front tyre has low pressure

oil leak (possible transmission lubricant)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 3,443 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 3,175 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 589 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 589 miles

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2008 589 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YN50?

Based on 23,061 MOT tests across 3,666 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,666
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 664
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 413
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 305
Tyre tread not clearly visible 282
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DK55 FKE is a 2005 Yamaha YN50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha YN50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 4,939 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 YN50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 840 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK55 FKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YN50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha YN50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK55 FKE registered?

DK55 FKE is a 2005 Yamaha YN50, first registered on 5 October 2005.

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