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WX53 YKR

2003 Yamaha YQ50

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

26,588 mi
Last recorded26,588 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2010
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YQ5010,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 YKR
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2010 26,588 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 26,588 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 22,139 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Oct 2009 22,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 17,776 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Main beam not working. Headlamp extinguishes when switched to main beam

Pass 27 Oct 2007 12,998 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2007 12,995 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 5,214 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 5,214 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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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WX53 YKR is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50 in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 WX53 YKR, 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 WX53 YKR registered?

WX53 YKR is a 2003 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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