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P459 XTA

1996 Yamaha CW50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,284 mi
Last recorded14,284 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2006
Typical for 1996 Yamaha CW507,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP459 XTA
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2006 14,284 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2005 34,198 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

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

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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P459 XTA is a 1996 Yamaha CW50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P459 XTA, 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 P459 XTA registered?

P459 XTA is a 1996 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P459 XTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P459 XTA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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