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R529 TDV

1997 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

7,418 mi
Last recorded7,418 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha CW509,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR529 TDV
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 7,418 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil forks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 7,094 miles

Fork tubes in poor condition seals may have a short service life

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 7,094 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 7,036 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both,fork inners are pitted seals may have a short service life. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Mar 2022 7,036 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working Switch is unreliable. (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Damaged. (0.1 (d))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both,fork inners are pitted seals may have a short service life. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2009 6,970 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 6,970 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 3,539 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 3,495 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 3,495 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2005 3,495 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2005 3,495 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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R529 TDV is a 1997 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R529 TDV, 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 R529 TDV registered?

R529 TDV is a 1997 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R529 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R529 TDV shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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