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S137 TKJ

1998 Yamaha YN50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,910 mi
Last recorded16,910 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YN508,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS137 TKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYN50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 16,910 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 16,846 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 16,717 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 16,560 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 15,611 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 14,385 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 13,113 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 1,881 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 1,881 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 10,451 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 9,772 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 8,160 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 6,733 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 6,733 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 4,898 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 2,906 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YN50?

Based on 23,061 MOT tests across 3,666 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,666
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 664
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 413
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 305
Tyre tread not clearly visible 282
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S137 TKJ is a 1998 Yamaha YN50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YN50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 8,273 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YN50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 840 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S137 TKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YN50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha YN50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S137 TKJ registered?

S137 TKJ is a 1998 Yamaha YN50, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S137 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S137 TKJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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