MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,997 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha YQ50?
Based on 34,454 MOT tests across 6,064 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S235 VAW is a 1998 Yamaha YQ50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1998 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 8,874 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 S235 VAW, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was S235 VAW registered?
S235 VAW is a 1998 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 12 August 1998.
Is S235 VAW safe to buy?
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