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GL04 BWN

2004 Yamaha YQ50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Yamaha YQ5011,272 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 BWN
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2014
Pass 10 Jul 2012 26,397 miles

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

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

fuel cap lock broken

no keys

rear tyre has slow puncture

seat lock catch broken

Pass 20 Sep 2010 25,011 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 25,011 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,981 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 20,980 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 7 May 2008 19,143 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 19,137 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 5 May 2007 12,425 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 12,425 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front tyre tread is wearing thin in places and is starting to show signs of degrading

Nail in rear tyre

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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GL04 BWN is a 2004 Yamaha YQ50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 11,272 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 GL04 BWN, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GL04 BWN is a 2004 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 1 May 2004.

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