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HX53 UKJ

2003 Yamaha YQ50

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha YQ5010,117 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 UKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024

Dash clocks and speedo missing

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp adjuster missing

Lower panels missing

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

Fail 11 Jun 2024

Dash clocks and speedo missing

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp adjuster missing

Lower panels missing

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2019

Central Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Feb 2018 20,728 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking handlebar cowl (6.1.1c)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jun 2016 17,557 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 14 Jun 2016 17,557 miles

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 17,549 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 17,549 miles

Rear Fuel cap missing (7.2.2a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 12,652 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2010 12,625 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 7,118 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2009 7,118 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 2,805 miles

nearside mirror insecure

rear tyre slightly split

rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 9 Sep 2006 1,812 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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HX53 UKJ is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50 in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 10,117 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 HX53 UKJ, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HX53 UKJ is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 8 November 2003.

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