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GX54 GBE

2004 Yamaha YQ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,820 mi
Last recorded22,820 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Yamaha YQ5011,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX54 GBE
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 22,820 miles

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

rear number plate cracked

Pass 18 Apr 2015 19,366 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 17,939 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 17,253 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 17,253 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2010 16,448 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 16,448 miles

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 14,962 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 1 Jul 2009 14,952 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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))

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

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

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 12,253 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 12,253 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 11,187 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 GBE is a 2004 Yamaha YQ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GX54 GBE, 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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GX54 GBE is a 2004 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 4 September 2004.

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