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H163 FFH

1990 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,319 mi
Last recorded9,319 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha CW505,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH163 FFH
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 9,319 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 9,269 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 242 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 235 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2011 6,849 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 5,795 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 8,279 miles

Battery voltage low

Center stand pivots worn

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 7,260 miles

stand was hiting rear tyre

Fail 23 Aug 2007 7,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

stand was hiting rear tyre

Pass 9 Aug 2006 4,306 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha CW50?

Based on 4,610 MOT tests across 924 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 180
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 172
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 74
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 74
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 67
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H163 FFH is a 1990 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 5,313 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 CW50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 180 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H163 FFH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha CW50 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H163 FFH registered?

H163 FFH is a 1990 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 1 August 1990.

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The MOT history for H163 FFH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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