MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,699 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Yamaha YQ50?
Based on 34,454 MOT tests across 6,064 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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X278 NKL is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 X278 NKL, 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 X278 NKL registered?
X278 NKL is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 12 February 2001.
Is X278 NKL safe to buy?
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