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PN03 RNV

2003 Yamaha YQ50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha YQ5010,117 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 RNV
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2025

Nearside Stop lamp not working switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2019

Front Direction indicator missing both sides. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Wheel fixing missing (multiple fixings) One of three fixing bolts missing. (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Indicator switch insecure Switch hanging on wiring. (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake would not lock wheel.

Rear bodywork loose

Front Mudguard insecure rubbing on wheel. ()

Pass 13 Jun 2018 12,241 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

after market silencer fitted slightly noisy

rear hub bearing slightly noisy

unable to see rear pad thickness

Fail 9 Jun 2018 12,240 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

after market silencer fitted slightly noisy

rear hub bearing slightly noisy

unable to see rear pad thickness

Pass 1 Dec 2016 11,938 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

side stand loose

Pass 23 Oct 2015 8,946 miles

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

bolt missing from front mudgard

Fail 17 Oct 2015 80,915 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

bolt missing from front mudgard

Pass 27 Oct 2014 7,213 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 7,200 miles

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

Front Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 5,950 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 3,181 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 2,844 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 2,125 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 2,125 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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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PN03 RNV is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PN03 RNV, 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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PN03 RNV is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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