CarVerify

Free Car Check

WM08 LVU

2008 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox

Black Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,795 mi
Last recorded9,795 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox14,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 LVU
MakeYamaha
ModelYq 50 Aerox
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 9,795 miles

Front and rear suspension corroded

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged, but readable (0.1 (b))

Rear tyre wearing

front mudgaurd cracked

motorcycle plastics, held with cable ties, but secure

Fail 12 Jul 2024 9,792 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2023 9,695 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leek on joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2011 9,544 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 9,544 miles

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

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

both front ind damaged

fairings fitted all over limiting checks

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox?

Based on 6,727 MOT tests across 1,618 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
1,650
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 559
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 504
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 266
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 169
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 133
Full Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WM08 LVU is a 2008 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 14,540 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 Yq 50 Aerox fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 559 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM08 LVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WM08 LVU?

You can check the full history of WM08 LVU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WM08 LVU registered?

WM08 LVU is a 2008 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is WM08 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 LVU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WM08 LVU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WM08 LVU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.