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VU06 HWM

2006 Easy Rider M50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

8,249 mi
Last recorded8,249 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Easy Rider M501,420 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 HWM
MakeEasy Rider
ModelM50
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 8,249 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 8,460 miles

Some loose wiring at rear of bike, but not likely to catch anything.

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Surface corrosion to frame under tank (monitor)

Pass 25 Jan 2024 2,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Swing arm modified, but not affecting operation

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 2,587 miles

Front Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Swing arm modified, but not affecting operation

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 1,671 miles

Fuel cap seal in poor condition, but sealing.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 1,671 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fuel cap seal in poor condition, but sealing.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 1,183 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Both forks (5.3.2 (b))

Fuel cap seal in poor condition

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2021 1,183 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fuel cap seal in poor condition

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 663 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 161 miles

fork operation slightly stiff

Fail 13 Dec 2018 161 miles

Offside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre is unsuitable both tires fitted not in accordance with markings (5.2.3 (a))

Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

fork operation slightly stiff

Fail 3 Nov 2018 136 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn distorted (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake rod insecure on linkage from master cyclinder (1.1.15 (c))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear swinging arm pivot worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2017

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

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

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

advise master cylinder rear mounting has very slight flexing at mounting points

Pass 24 Sep 2016 2,526 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2016 2,526 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 1,453 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 19 Sep 2015 1,453 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 9,218 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 9,216 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 6,466 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 4,446 miles

How Reliable is the Easy Rider M50?

Based on 2,863 MOT tests across 721 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
115
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
721
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 47
Horn not working 31
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 30
Direction indicators not working 28
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VU06 HWM is a 2006 Easy Rider M50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2006 Easy Rider M50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 1,420 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 Easy Rider M50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU06 HWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Easy Rider M50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Easy Rider M50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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VU06 HWM is a 2006 Easy Rider M50, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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