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RX51 CVT

2001 Yamaha EW50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,348 mi
Last recorded14,348 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha EW508,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 CVT
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 14,348 miles

.battery flat

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front fairing loose but not insecure

headlight loose but not insecure

Pass 21 Nov 2020 13,552 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 11,777 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 11,172 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2018 11,172 miles

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

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

high and low beam wired up wrong way round

n/s front flasher cable tied in position

front brake pipe touching fairing on full lock

Pass 16 Nov 2017 10,387 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 10,387 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp stoplight on instead of tail light (1.1.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 9,491 miles

both tyres low on tread

Pass 21 Oct 2015 19,000 miles

Nearside Front fork leg rusting

Nearside handlebar grip in poor condition

Rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 8 Oct 2014 18,633 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 17,849 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 16,952 miles

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

number plate holder loose

Pass 12 Aug 2011 16,053 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 15,342 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 15,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2009 14,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nail in front tyre

Pass 25 Jul 2008 12,849 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 11,140 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 11,140 miles

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 18,734 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha EW50?

Based on 2,948 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
712
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 168
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 122
reflector on motorcycle missing 92
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 49
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RX51 CVT is a 2001 Yamaha EW50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha EW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 8,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha EW50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX51 CVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha EW50 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha EW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX51 CVT registered?

RX51 CVT is a 2001 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 9 September 2001.

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