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VX55 GCO

2005 Yamaha YQ50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

26,760 mi
Last recorded26,760 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Yamaha YQ5013,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 GCO
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 26,760 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Side Panel Slighty Loose

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 26,760 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Side Panel Slighty Loose

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 18,372 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 16,343 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2014 16,343 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 13,731 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 13,716 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 12,365 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2011 12,365 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 10,932 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 9,968 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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VX55 GCO is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 VX55 GCO, 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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VX55 GCO is a 2005 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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