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W189 XNM

2000 Yamaha EW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,370 mi
Last recorded18,370 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2011
Typical for 2000 Yamaha EW508,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW189 XNM
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2011 18,370 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

dash insecure

main beam and warning lamp not working

no indicator warning lamps working but can see them working from riders seat

Pass 14 Dec 2009 14,318 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 13,834 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 12,914 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 12,128 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha EW50?

Based on 2,948 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
712
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 168
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 122
reflector on motorcycle missing 92
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 49
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W189 XNM is a 2000 Yamaha EW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha EW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 8,846 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha EW50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W189 XNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha EW50 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha EW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W189 XNM registered?

W189 XNM is a 2000 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 5 May 2000.

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