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R27 UWB

1997 Yamaha CW50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,735 mi
Last recorded12,735 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha CW509,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 UWB
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2014 12,735 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 7,964 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 6,334 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 6,169 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 5,906 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 5,528 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 5,281 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 4,732 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 4,256 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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R27 UWB is a 1997 Yamaha CW50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R27 UWB, 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 R27 UWB registered?

R27 UWB is a 1997 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R27 UWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R27 UWB shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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