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K500 MMG

1996 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Yamaha CW507,598 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK500 MMG
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2024
Pass 1 Jun 2022
Pass 15 May 2021

day time mot

Pass 27 Jun 2019
Pass 28 Jan 2014 19,685 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 903 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 9,019 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 6,965 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 4,757 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 3,393 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 3,025 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 24,232 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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K500 MMG is a 1996 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 7,598 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 K500 MMG, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K500 MMG registered?

K500 MMG is a 1996 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 10 April 1996.

Is K500 MMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K500 MMG shows 12 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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