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S873 THJ

1998 Yamaha YQ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,595 mi
Last recorded10,595 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2006
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YQ508,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS873 THJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2006 10,595 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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S873 THJ is a 1998 Yamaha YQ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S873 THJ, 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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How do I check the history of S873 THJ?

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What year was S873 THJ registered?

S873 THJ is a 1998 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S873 THJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S873 THJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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