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N331 CST

1996 Yamaha Bws

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

7,006 mi
Last recorded7,006 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Bws7,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN331 CST
MakeYamaha
ModelBws
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 7,006 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

minor oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2017 6,833 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 6,833 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 6,721 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 6,641 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 6,567 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 6,466 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 6,435 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Fail 28 May 2012 6,297 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 28 May 2012 6,297 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 6,104 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2011 6,104 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 May 2010 5,827 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 5,588 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 5,132 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 4,755 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 4,359 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 4,359 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Bws?

Based on 1,850 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
1,120
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 10
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N331 CST is a 1996 Yamaha Bws in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Bws models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 7,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Bws fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N331 CST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Bws typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Bws is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N331 CST registered?

N331 CST is a 1996 Yamaha Bws, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N331 CST safe to buy?

The MOT history for N331 CST shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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