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LF53 BHP

2004 Yamaha YQ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

6,456 mi
Last recorded6,456 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Yamaha YQ5011,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 BHP
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2014 6,456 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Dec 2014 6,432 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 3,593 miles

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

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 1 Dec 2012 3,587 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 22 Nov 2012 3,574 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 2,777 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 2,777 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (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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LF53 BHP is a 2004 Yamaha YQ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LF53 BHP, 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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What year was LF53 BHP registered?

LF53 BHP is a 2004 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 10 January 2004.

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