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WU51 TWG

2001 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,823 mi
Last recorded18,823 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2010
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YQ5011,005 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 TWG
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2010 18,823 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 18,811 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

handle bars slightly twisted

rear tyre flat

Pass 5 Dec 2008 16,167 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Nov 2008 16,167 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2007 393 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 393 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 8,311 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 8,311 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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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WU51 TWG is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 11,005 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 WU51 TWG, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU51 TWG registered?

WU51 TWG is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 17 December 2001.

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