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R82 NJM

1997 Yamaha CW50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,945 mi
Last recorded9,945 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha CW509,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR82 NJM
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 May 2021 9,945 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 8,947 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 12 Nov 2016 8,326 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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R82 NJM is a 1997 Yamaha CW50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R82 NJM, 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 R82 NJM registered?

R82 NJM is a 1997 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R82 NJM safe to buy?

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