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W278 BRN

2000 Yamaha YQ50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Yamaha YQ5010,710 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 BRN
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2013

Headlight high beam not working

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

None approved headlight fitted

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2013

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlight high beam not working

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

None approved headlight fitted

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 22,093 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 22,092 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 15,562 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 15,562 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Nov 2009 13,916 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 8,899 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 6,008 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 6,005 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 2,406 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 19 Nov 2005 2,395 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Oct 2005 2,388 miles

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

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

Front Upper Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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W278 BRN is a 2000 Yamaha YQ50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 W278 BRN, 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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W278 BRN is a 2000 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 27 March 2000.

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