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R71 CNP

1998 Yamaha Cw 50 Ng

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,011 mi
Last recorded1,011 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Cw 50 Ng8,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR71 CNP
MakeYamaha
ModelCw 50 Ng
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 1,011 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 1,011 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 1,011 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 11,400 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 11,341 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 11,341 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Nov 2010 9,690 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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R71 CNP is a 1998 Yamaha Cw 50 Ng in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Cw 50 Ng models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 8,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R71 CNP, 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 28 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 R71 CNP registered?

R71 CNP is a 1998 Yamaha Cw 50 Ng, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R71 CNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R71 CNP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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