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P451 HMU

1997 Yamaha CW50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,328 mi
Last recorded16,328 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha CW509,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP451 HMU
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2014 16,328 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2014 16,328 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 16,328 miles

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

front and rear tyres perishing

Pass 7 Feb 2012 16,328 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 13,658 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 13,637 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 11,424 miles

centre stand spring loose

numberplate starting to delaminate

Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,706 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 8,706 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2005 8,706 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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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P451 HMU is a 1997 Yamaha CW50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 P451 HMU, 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 P451 HMU registered?

P451 HMU is a 1997 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 28 January 1997.

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