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FJ05 HXR

2005 Yamaha YQ50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2016
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,348 mi
Last recorded73,348 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Yamaha YQ5013,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 HXR
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2015 73,348 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 73,348 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Fail 21 Aug 2015 73,348 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 65,668 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 65,668 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 55,161 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 3 Sep 2013 55,161 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2012 43,497 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 43,468 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2012 43,419 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 34,701 miles

Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2011 34,701 miles

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

Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 23,380 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 16,656 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 16,656 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 11,405 miles

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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FJ05 HXR is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 13,564 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 FJ05 HXR, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ05 HXR registered?

FJ05 HXR is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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