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GX54 ETU

2005 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,582 mi
Last recorded32,582 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Yamaha YQ5013,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX54 ETU
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 32,582 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 32,549 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 27,656 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 27,642 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 3 Jul 2012 26,914 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 22,782 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 14,603 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 14,600 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

an electrical component and wiring insecure between front forks.

Pass 23 Feb 2009 5,714 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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GX54 ETU is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GX54 ETU, 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 GX54 ETU registered?

GX54 ETU is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 10 February 2005.

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