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S874 JVJ

1998 Yamaha CW50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,510 mi
Last recorded21,510 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha CW508,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS874 JVJ
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2013 21,510 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 20,649 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 20,649 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)

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

Fail 17 Sep 2009 19,100 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 19,100 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 16,565 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 9,455 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 8,212 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 8,212 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Sep 2005 6,376 miles

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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S874 JVJ is a 1998 Yamaha CW50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 S874 JVJ, 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 S874 JVJ registered?

S874 JVJ is a 1998 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S874 JVJ safe to buy?

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