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J448 DWU

1992 Yamaha Bws

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,311 mi
Last recorded2,311 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2006
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Bws6,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ448 DWU
MakeYamaha
ModelBws
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2006 2,311 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 2,311 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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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J448 DWU is a 1992 Yamaha Bws in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Bws models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 6,762 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 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 J448 DWU, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Bws is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J448 DWU registered?

J448 DWU is a 1992 Yamaha Bws, first registered on 29 June 1992.

Is J448 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J448 DWU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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