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GY59 AKF

2009 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

21,193 mi
Last recorded21,193 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha YQ5015,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 AKF
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 21,193 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 19,951 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2016 19,951 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly STICKING DUE TO HAND MUFF (REMOVED AT PRESENTERS REQUEST) (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 14,838 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 14,833 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 13,766 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 13,762 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2013 10,364 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 10,364 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

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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GY59 AKF is a 2009 Yamaha YQ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GY59 AKF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY59 AKF registered?

GY59 AKF is a 2009 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 5 December 2009.

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