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P242 SGP

1997 Yamaha CW50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,746 mi
Last recorded23,746 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha CW509,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 SGP
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2010 23,746 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 17,482 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 14 Nov 2009 17,482 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 15,246 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 11,858 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 10,637 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 9,890 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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P242 SGP is a 1997 Yamaha CW50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 9,822 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 P242 SGP, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P242 SGP registered?

P242 SGP is a 1997 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 14 January 1997.

Is P242 SGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 SGP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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