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AV52 HWU

2002 Yamaha EW50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

11,209 mi
Last recorded11,209 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Yamaha EW506,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 HWU
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 11,209 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 11,151 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 26 Feb 2022 11,151 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2021 11,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit and recommend replacement before next MOT (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

indicators and panels removed / disconnected at time of test

Pass 9 Jan 2020 11,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit recommend replacement soon (1.1.13 (a))

center stand requires attention

Pass 5 Jan 2019 9,417 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 8,251 miles

Both Front Fork Gaiters Split

Front Tyre Deteriorated

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2015 7,918 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 7,532 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 7,236 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 17 Dec 2012 6,823 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2012 5,670 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 5,601 miles

stand difficult to retract

Pass 23 Sep 2008 4,855 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake binding slightly

Fail 23 Sep 2008 4,855 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Sep 2007 4,075 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 3,256 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha EW50?

Based on 2,948 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
712
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 168
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 122
reflector on motorcycle missing 92
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 49
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AV52 HWU is a 2002 Yamaha EW50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha EW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 6,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha EW50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV52 HWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha EW50 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha EW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV52 HWU registered?

AV52 HWU is a 2002 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is AV52 HWU safe to buy?

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