Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox (2000)
2000 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox
CarHunch analysed 639 real MOT records for the 2000 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2000 Yamaha YQ 50 Aerox is in serious trouble: only 12.6% pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, making it one of the least reliable vehicles in this age category. The dangerous defect rate of 2.7% is mercifully low, but the overall picture suggests these scooters are mechanically fragile or poorly maintained by their owners.
The median mileage of 10,421 miles is reasonable for a 24-year-old machine, yet vehicles are still averaging 0.2 failures and 0.4 advisories per test—indicating wear-related problems are widespread even at modest distances. If you're considering one, factor in regular maintenance costs and expect to spend time at a garage; this is genuinely a project bike, not a reliable runabout.
What to check before buying a 2000 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 637 | 12.3% | 0.2 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 83.3% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2000 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2000 Yamaha Yq 50 Aerox vehicles fall between 5,380 and 14,406 miles.
MOT History Averages
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