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VK05 VOJ

2005 Yamaha YQ50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Yamaha YQ5013,564 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 VOJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

plastics insecure

r/h fairing damaged causing projecting a sharp edge

slight dampness around carb

slight movement in engine support bearings

Fail 26 Apr 2013

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

plastics insecure

r/h fairing damaged causing projecting a sharp edge

slight dampness around carb

slight movement in engine support bearings

Pass 18 May 2012

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 21,772 miles

Front brake lever travel poor

Pass 8 Oct 2007 18,104 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 17,985 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 3,094 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 3,094 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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VK05 VOJ is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 13,564 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 VK05 VOJ, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK05 VOJ registered?

VK05 VOJ is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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