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DX53 AEU

2003 Yamaha YQ100

Black Petrol 101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

36,307 mi
Last recorded36,307 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YQ10011,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 AEU
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ100
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine101cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2013 36,307 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 16 Jan 2013 36,307 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jan 2012 32,649 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Nov 2010 29,385 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

left mirror loose

Fail 3 Nov 2010 29,385 miles

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

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

left mirror loose

Pass 23 Oct 2009 25,543 miles

left mirror loose

Fail 23 Oct 2009 25,543 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

left mirror loose

Pass 21 Oct 2008 21,708 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 17,992 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 12,948 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 12,948 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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DX53 AEU is a 2003 Yamaha YQ100 in Black with a 101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX53 AEU, 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 DX53 AEU registered?

DX53 AEU is a 2003 Yamaha YQ100, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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