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P773 CAU

1996 Yamaha CW50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

249 mi
Last recorded249 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Yamaha CW507,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP773 CAU
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2008 249 miles

ADVISE NOISE FROM TRANSMISSION CASE

Fail 23 Nov 2007 7,600 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 7,600 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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P773 CAU is a 1996 Yamaha CW50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P773 CAU, 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 P773 CAU registered?

P773 CAU is a 1996 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is P773 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P773 CAU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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