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N267 SBO

1996 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

8,645 mi
Last recorded8,645 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2014
Typical for 1996 Yamaha CW507,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN267 SBO
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2014 8,645 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 8,531 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 8,531 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 8,504 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Nov 2012 8,504 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 8,439 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 8,248 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2008 7,581 miles

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 7,581 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 6,860 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 6,860 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2006 5,865 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2005 5,114 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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N267 SBO is a 1996 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N267 SBO, 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 N267 SBO registered?

N267 SBO is a 1996 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N267 SBO safe to buy?

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