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V997 EHW

1999 Yamaha CW50

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,760 mi
Last recorded7,760 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2010
Typical for 1999 Yamaha CW507,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV997 EHW
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2010 7,760 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2010 7,756 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Rear Lower Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 6,435 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Dec 2007 6,435 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 4,895 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 4,625 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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V997 EHW is a 1999 Yamaha CW50 in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 7,471 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 V997 EHW, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V997 EHW registered?

V997 EHW is a 1999 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 24 November 1999.

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