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Y214 ETY

2001 Yamaha YQ50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Yamaha YQ5011,005 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY214 ETY
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2017

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 15,166 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 15,166 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 12,465 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 6,325 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

machine has water leak.

nearside foek tube rusted/pitted.

Pass 29 Mar 2012 6,273 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 5,635 miles

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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Y214 ETY is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y214 ETY, 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 Y214 ETY registered?

Y214 ETY is a 2001 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y214 ETY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y214 ETY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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