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VU52 YTZ

2003 Yamaha YQ50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,326 mi
Last recorded19,326 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YQ5010,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 YTZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2011 19,326 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 19,326 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Dec 2008 15,721 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Dec 2008 15,721 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 13,490 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Dec 2006 13,489 miles

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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VU52 YTZ is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 10,117 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 VU52 YTZ, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU52 YTZ registered?

VU52 YTZ is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 20 February 2003.

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