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L343 LEW

1994 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

5,085 mi
Last recorded5,085 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL343 LEW
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 5,085 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 5,085 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2015 3,166 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 3,166 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 3,162 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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L343 LEW is a 1994 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 L343 LEW, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L343 LEW registered?

L343 LEW is a 1994 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 15 April 1994.

Is L343 LEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L343 LEW shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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