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R918 DWX

1998 Easy Rider M50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

261 mi
Last recorded261 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Easy Rider M50793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR918 DWX
MakeEasy Rider
ModelM50
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 261 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 260 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 235 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 195 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 136 miles

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

rear shock absorbers damping affect low

Fail 27 Jul 2021 136 miles

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush both fork bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

rear shock absorbers damping affect low

Pass 19 Jun 2020 42 miles

Drive chain slightly tight chain has tight spot (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush front fork bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 25 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 25 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

How Reliable is the Easy Rider M50?

Based on 2,863 MOT tests across 721 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
115
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
721
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 47
Horn not working 31
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 30
Direction indicators not working 28
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R918 DWX is a 1998 Easy Rider M50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Easy Rider M50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 793 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 Easy Rider M50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R918 DWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Easy Rider M50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Easy Rider M50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R918 DWX registered?

R918 DWX is a 1998 Easy Rider M50, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R918 DWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R918 DWX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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