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LJ03 PCV

2003 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,593 mi
Last recorded33,593 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YQ5010,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 PCV
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 33,593 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 30,978 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 27,590 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2009 23,100 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 23,100 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 18,975 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 18,972 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 17,616 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2006 14,768 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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LJ03 PCV is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 LJ03 PCV, 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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LJ03 PCV is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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