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K199 RFE

1992 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,655 mi
Last recorded8,655 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2011
Typical for 1992 Yamaha CW505,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK199 RFE
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2011 8,655 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 8,391 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 7,978 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 7,978 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 7,435 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 6,801 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 6,797 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 5,972 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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K199 RFE is a 1992 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 5,452 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 K199 RFE, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K199 RFE registered?

K199 RFE is a 1992 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 26 October 1992.

Is K199 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K199 RFE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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