Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 3,121 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 41.6%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 3,121 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 13 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 58.4% and a failure rate of 41.6%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox presents for MOT with approximately 14,379 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2001 models achieve the highest pass rate at 69.6%, while 2004 models have the lowest at 50.0%. This 19.6 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 37.0% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 29.8%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 18.3%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 7 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox ages relatively gracefully. The failure rate increase of 10% after warranty is below average, suggesting good long-term reliability. Peak failure occurs at age 7 (49.3% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 48.4% | 1,512 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 34.5% | 1,078 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 23.0% | 718 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 12.1% | 378 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 9.4% | 293 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 9.1% | 283 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 4.5% | 139 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Suspension | 3.0% | 94 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.4% | 74 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.3% | 71 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.2% | 68 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.9% | 58 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.6% | 20 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.5% | 17 |
| 15 | Items Not Tested | 0.5% | 16 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,379 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 33.69 | 48.4% | 1,512 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 24.02 | 34.5% | 1,078 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 16.00 | 23.0% | 718 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 8.42 | 12.1% | 378 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 6.53 | 9.4% | 293 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 6.31 | 9.1% | 283 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 3.10 | 4.5% | 139 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.09 | 3.0% | 94 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.65 | 2.4% | 74 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.58 | 2.3% | 71 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.52 | 2.2% | 68 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.29 | 1.9% | 58 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.45 | 0.6% | 20 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.38 | 0.5% | 17 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.36 | 0.5% | 16 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox has 14,379 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 28.93% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox MOT Data
The Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 3,121 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 13 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 58.4% and a failure rate of 41.6%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Yq 50 Aerox is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 37.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 37.0% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 29.8% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 29.8% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 18.3% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 18.3% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox?
Based on 3,121 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox has an overall pass rate of 58.4% (41.6% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (37.0%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (29.8%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (18.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox reliable?
With a 41.6% MOT failure rate, the Yq 50 Aerox is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (37.0%); Motorcycle brakes (29.8%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (18.3%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.