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J523 MDV

1991 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,860 mi
Last recorded4,860 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2007
Typical for 1991 Yamaha CW504,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ523 MDV
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2007 4,860 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 7,727 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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J523 MDV is a 1991 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 4,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J523 MDV, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J523 MDV registered?

J523 MDV is a 1991 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 6 September 1991.

Is J523 MDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J523 MDV shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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