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GN51 PUF

2001 Yamaha EW50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,469 mi
Last recorded8,469 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Yamaha EW508,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 PUF
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 8,469 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 8,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2015 8,469 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 8,469 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 21 Oct 2010 8,469 miles

Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 6,430 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 6,430 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 3,642 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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GN51 PUF is a 2001 Yamaha EW50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha EW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 8,388 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN51 PUF, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha EW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN51 PUF registered?

GN51 PUF is a 2001 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is GN51 PUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 PUF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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