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S105 SWE

1998 Yamaha CW50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,048 mi
Last recorded4,048 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Yamaha CW508,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS105 SWE
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2008 4,048 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 4,048 miles

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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S105 SWE is a 1998 Yamaha CW50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 8,208 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 S105 SWE, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S105 SWE registered?

S105 SWE is a 1998 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is S105 SWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S105 SWE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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