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R559 WFM

1997 Yamaha Cw 50 Ng

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,071 mi
Last recorded9,071 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR559 WFM
MakeYamaha
ModelCw 50 Ng
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2014 9,071 miles

Front suspension stanchions slightly pitted

Pass 26 Feb 2013 7,780 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 7,392 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 5,820 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 5,322 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 5,319 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 5,315 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 5,130 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 5,130 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Cw 50 Ng?

Based on 1,121 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
774
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 73
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 33
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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R559 WFM is a 1997 Yamaha Cw 50 Ng in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Cw 50 Ng fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R559 WFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Cw 50 Ng typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Cw 50 Ng is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R559 WFM registered?

R559 WFM is a 1997 Yamaha Cw 50 Ng, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R559 WFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R559 WFM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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