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FH05 OVL

2005 Yamaha Bws

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

20,872 mi
Last recorded20,872 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 OVL
MakeYamaha
ModelBws
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 20,872 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 20,528 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 20,528 miles

Registration plate insecure MOUNTING BRACKET INSECURE (0.1 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 20,335 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 19,905 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 19,804 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 19,786 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 19,786 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

only one headlamp bulb working

Pass 30 Oct 2015 19,544 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 18,639 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 17,641 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2013 17,641 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 16,028 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 14,751 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 14,751 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Nov 2009 13,817 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 12,081 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Bws?

Based on 1,850 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
1,120
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 10
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FH05 OVL is a 2005 Yamaha Bws in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Bws fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH05 OVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Bws typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Bws is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FH05 OVL registered?

FH05 OVL is a 2005 Yamaha Bws, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is FH05 OVL safe to buy?

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