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GK59 YOX

2009 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

9,310 mi
Last recorded9,310 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha YQ5015,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 YOX
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 9,310 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 6,890 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 5,179 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front front tyre has cracks in between tread but no chords are exposed

Pass 21 Apr 2021 4,349 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 4,326 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2018 4,326 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2018 4,311 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Impact damage noted to plastic covers

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 29 Mar 2018 4,268 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 3,911 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 3,981 miles

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

Centre Front Upper Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering Brake hose hitting cowling (2.1.2a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake lever attachment screws loose Rear brake lever pivot loose (3.1.2b)

Offside Front Lower Motorcycle structure cracked Front mudguard speedo cable holder broken, cable touching tyre (6.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released Stop lamp not turning off (1.3.1e)

Centre Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Cannot check due to stop lamp not turning off (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp L/H front working with R/H rear. R/H front working with L/H rear (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute Indicators not flashing (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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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GK59 YOX is a 2009 Yamaha YQ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 15,378 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 GK59 YOX, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GK59 YOX is a 2009 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 21 September 2009.

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