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HX05 MHE

2005 Yamaha YQ50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,983 mi
Last recorded28,983 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Yamaha YQ5013,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 MHE
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 28,983 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017
Pass 16 Sep 2015 23,408 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 23,408 miles

Direction indicators not working all directional indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2015 21,979 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 9,845 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 28,374 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 28,374 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 19,569 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2008 19,569 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

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

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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HX05 MHE is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HX05 MHE, 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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HX05 MHE is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 16 August 2005.

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