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P662 XHU

1997 Yamaha CW50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,033 mi
Last recorded12,033 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha CW509,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP662 XHU
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 12,033 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2024 5,328 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play upper and lower bearings (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 4,382 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 4,382 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 3,873 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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P662 XHU is a 1997 Yamaha CW50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P662 XHU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P662 XHU registered?

P662 XHU is a 1997 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P662 XHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P662 XHU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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