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GN05 TUW

2005 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,555 mi
Last recorded34,555 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha YQ5013,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 TUW
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 34,555 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 34,555 miles

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 30,401 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 37,127 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 36,943 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 34,123 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 22,408 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 19,016 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 19,016 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2009 19,016 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 13,053 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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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GN05 TUW is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GN05 TUW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN05 TUW registered?

GN05 TUW is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 25 June 2005.

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