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R62 RAD

1998 Yamaha Bws

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,991 mi
Last recorded4,991 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 RAD
MakeYamaha
ModelBws
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2008 4,991 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 18 Apr 2008 4,991 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 May 2007 1,148 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 1,148 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 15 May 2006 8,720 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Bws?

Based on 1,850 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
1,120
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 10
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R62 RAD is a 1998 Yamaha Bws in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Bws fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R62 RAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Bws typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Bws is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R62 RAD registered?

R62 RAD is a 1998 Yamaha Bws, first registered on 22 April 1998.

Is R62 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R62 RAD 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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