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WP61 ZBW

2012 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,082 mi
Last recorded23,082 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Yamaha YQ5014,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 ZBW
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 23,082 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 20,813 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2023 20,157 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

centre stand over extended, both wheels in contact with the ground at rest.

Pass 11 Aug 2022 16,767 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

both front and rear tyres perrished

Pass 24 Nov 2021 16,708 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front fairing/head lamp panels slightly loose

Front tyre starting to perish

Main centre stand/pivot worn

No mirrors fitted

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Reduced damping/rusty spring (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 16,708 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front fairing/head lamp panels slightly loose

Front tyre starting to perish

Main centre stand/pivot worn

No mirrors fitted

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Reduced damping/rusty spring (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 May 2019 6,056 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 6,048 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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WP61 ZBW is a 2012 Yamaha YQ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 14,810 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 WP61 ZBW, 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 14 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WP61 ZBW is a 2012 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 16 January 2012.

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