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WA03 XAR

2003 Yamaha YQ50

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,974 mi
Last recorded17,974 miles
Recorded on27 May 2008
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YQ5010,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 XAR
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2008 17,974 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2008 17,974 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

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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WA03 XAR is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50 in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 WA03 XAR, 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.

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What year was WA03 XAR registered?

WA03 XAR is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is WA03 XAR safe to buy?

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