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YY62 EVM

2012 Yamaha YQ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,311 mi
Last recorded31,311 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha YQ5014,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY62 EVM
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 31,311 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 26,121 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 26,121 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 24,987 miles

doesnt need main beam restricted to 30 mph

Fail 13 Sep 2021 24,987 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 20,662 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

bolt missing front fender

various bolts missing from the fairing

Fail 1 Sep 2020 20,662 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

bolt missing front fender

various bolts missing from the fairing

Pass 6 Sep 2019 11,777 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 9,144 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 9,119 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 15 Aug 2017 9,114 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Oct 2015 6,768 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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YY62 EVM is a 2012 Yamaha YQ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 14,810 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 YY62 EVM, 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 14 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YY62 EVM registered?

YY62 EVM is a 2012 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 19 October 2012.

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