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S635 REG

1998 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,211 mi
Last recorded12,211 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha CW508,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS635 REG
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2017 12,211 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2015 11,083 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 11,029 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 10,426 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 9,189 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 8,686 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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S635 REG is a 1998 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S635 REG, 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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S635 REG is a 1998 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 24 December 1998.

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