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FWC 494T

1979 Yamaha V50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2010
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

6,956 mi
Last recorded6,956 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWC 494T
MakeYamaha
ModelV50
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Aug 2010 6,956 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 6,692 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 6,692 miles

Rear Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha V50?

Based on 507 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
117
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 10
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
Tyre has ply or cord exposed 6
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 5
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FWC 494T is a 1979 Yamaha V50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

The most common reason a Yamaha V50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FWC 494T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FWC 494T registered?

FWC 494T is a 1979 Yamaha V50, first registered on 30 April 1979.

Is FWC 494T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWC 494T shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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