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PO51 UNE

2001 Yamaha YQ50

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Yamaha YQ5011,005 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 UNE
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Offside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

no indicators fitted 30 mph moped

no mirrors fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2016
Fail 26 Apr 2016

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nail in front tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2014

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 11 Aug 2014

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 11,391 miles

some cracking in front tyre

throttle position affecting the operation of the front brake

Fail 9 Aug 2013 11,391 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

throttle position affecting the operation of the front brake

Pass 12 Jun 2007 10,964 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 10,964 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 9,846 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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PO51 UNE is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50 in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 11,005 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 PO51 UNE, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PO51 UNE is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 26 September 2001.

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