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S344 CJO

1998 Yamaha CW50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

30,280 mi
Last recorded30,280 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha CW508,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS344 CJO
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2011 30,280 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

Fail 2 Jun 2011 30,260 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 28 May 2010 28,824 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 28,824 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 27,663 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 27,663 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 5 Jun 2008 26,684 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 3 Jun 2008 26,684 miles

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 29 May 2007 25,364 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 24,573 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 24,573 miles

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

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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S344 CJO is a 1998 Yamaha CW50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 S344 CJO, 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 S344 CJO registered?

S344 CJO is a 1998 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 3 September 1998.

Is S344 CJO safe to buy?

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