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X962 XUM

2001 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

3,050 mi
Last recorded3,050 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YQ5011,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX962 XUM
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 3,050 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 142 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 16,951 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Dec 2008 16,942 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2006 11,077 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 11,077 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

exhaust clamp poor

Pass 7 Oct 2005 9,343 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 9,338 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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X962 XUM 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 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 X962 XUM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X962 XUM registered?

X962 XUM is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 26 January 2001.

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