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WU54 BYG

2005 Yamaha TZR50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

9,218 mi
Last recorded9,218 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Yamaha TZR5010,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU54 BYG
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR50
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 9,218 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Feb 2014 9,218 miles

speedo does not work

Fail 11 Feb 2014 9,218 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

speedo does not work

Pass 26 Oct 2012 7,952 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Oct 2012 7,952 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 3 May 2012 7,972 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 7,083 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 6,636 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 6,636 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 6,183 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 3,181 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha TZR50?

Based on 1,526 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
919
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 84
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Drive chain excessively loose 56
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WU54 BYG is a 2005 Yamaha TZR50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha TZR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 10,499 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 TZR50 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU54 BYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TZR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha TZR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU54 BYG registered?

WU54 BYG is a 2005 Yamaha TZR50, first registered on 19 February 2005.

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