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N261 BKN

1996 Yamaha CW50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,266 mi
Last recorded4,266 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1996 Yamaha CW507,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN261 BKN
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2008 4,266 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 4,266 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2007 4,183 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 21 Feb 2006 4,072 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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N261 BKN is a 1996 Yamaha CW50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 N261 BKN, 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 N261 BKN registered?

N261 BKN is a 1996 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 10 February 1996.

Is N261 BKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N261 BKN shows 4 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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