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HX55 KOW

2006 Yamaha Yh 50

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,740 mi
Last recorded13,740 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2014
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yh 509,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 KOW
MakeYamaha
ModelYh 50
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2014 13,740 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 13,726 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

tyres flat

Pass 4 Apr 2013 12,600 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 12,600 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 10,552 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 8,025 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 7,458 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Dec 2010 7,452 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 5,024 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 2,979 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yh 50?

Based on 3,082 MOT tests across 449 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
566
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
449
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 80
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 73
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 56
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 54
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
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HX55 KOW is a 2006 Yamaha Yh 50 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha Yh 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 9,895 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 Yh 50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX55 KOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yh 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 20 years old, this Yamaha Yh 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HX55 KOW registered?

HX55 KOW is a 2006 Yamaha Yh 50, first registered on 1 January 2006.

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