Easy Rider CJ50FK Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Easy Rider CJ50FK reliable? We analysed 1,977 real MOT tests across 333 vehicles to find out.
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The Easy Rider CJ50FK is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on, roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. and horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Easy Rider CJ50FK.
Easy Rider CJ50FK Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Easy Rider CJ50FK. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Easy Rider CJ50FK MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Easy Rider CJ50FK to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Easy Rider CJ50FK Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Easy Rider CJ50FK fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Easy Rider CJ50FK Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Easy Rider CJ50FK owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Easy Rider CJ50FK MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Easy Rider CJ50FK year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 345 | 85.8% | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| 2001 | 1,180 | 93.4% | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| 2000 | 69 | 84.1% | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| 1999 | 58 | 84.5% | 8 | 1,720 | 4,630 |
| 1997 | 82 | 84.1% | 2 | 3 | 1,017 |
| 1994 | 51 | 78.4% | 3 | 4 | 5 |
How Long Does a Easy Rider CJ50FK Last?
Based on 333 Easy Rider CJ50FK vehicles on UK roads.
Easy Rider CJ50FK Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Easy Rider CJ50FK MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Easy Rider CJ50FK
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.4% MOT pass rate from 1,180 tests
78.4% MOT pass rate from 51 tests
The best year to buy a used Easy Rider CJ50FK is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.4% across 1,180 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Easy Rider CJ50FK Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy Rider CJ50FK THIS CAR | 89.6% | 1,977 | 3 mi | 29 yrs |
| Easy Rider M 50 Jc 50 Q-7 | 89.1% | 6,461 | 166 mi | 28 yrs |
| Easy Rider M50 | 81.3% | 2,863 | 1,280 mi | 28 yrs |
| Easy Rider DX90 | 87.6% | 1,089 | 1,581 mi | 26 yrs |
| Fiat 500 Pop MHEV | 86.9% | 3,353 | 21,598 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Easy Rider M 50 Jc 50 Q-7 (89.1% pass rate) and the Easy Rider M50 (81.3% pass rate), the Easy Rider CJ50FK outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Easy Rider CJ50FKShould you buy a used Easy Rider CJ50FK?
The Easy Rider CJ50FK has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.6% across 1,977 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Easy Rider CJ50FK are position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (12 recorded failures), roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (8), and horn not working (8). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Easy Rider CJ50FK owner drives around 1 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Easy Rider CJ50FK models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.