2006 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Yq 50 Aerox models manufactured in 2006, based on 203 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Yq 50 Aerox cars tested in 2006. Want to see how cars built in 2006 hold up over time?
View 2006 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox vintage page → (42.9% current pass rate)2006 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox MOT Analysis
The 2006 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox has an MOT pass rate of 55.7% based on 203 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 14,416 miles on the odometer. With a 44.3% failure rate, the 2006 Yq 50 Aerox is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox is Motorcycle steering, responsible for 1.0% of failures. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs range from £150–600.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall Yq 50 Aerox page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
View as table
| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.0% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,416 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.
View as table
| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering | 0.68 | 1.0% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox has an MOT pass rate of 55.7% based on 203 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 14,416 miles on the odometer. With a 44.3% failure rate, the 2006 Yq 50 Aerox is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle steering: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels. With relatively low average mileage of 14,416 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle steering — 1.0% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 2006 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.