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W197 YGD

2000 Yamaha EW50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,276 mi
Last recorded4,276 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2008
Typical for 2000 Yamaha EW508,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 YGD
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2008 4,276 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 31 Jul 2008 4,276 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 4,276 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 2,782 miles

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

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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W197 YGD is a 2000 Yamaha EW50 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W197 YGD, 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 W197 YGD registered?

W197 YGD is a 2000 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W197 YGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W197 YGD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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