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W198 DWC

2000 Yamaha YQ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,251 mi
Last recorded17,251 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2010
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YQ5010,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW198 DWC
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2010 17,251 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 13,187 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 9,533 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 6,973 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 6,959 miles

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

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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W198 DWC is a 2000 Yamaha YQ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 10,710 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 W198 DWC, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W198 DWC registered?

W198 DWC is a 2000 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 24 July 2000.

Is W198 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W198 DWC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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