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W485 LVN

2000 Yamaha EW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,190 mi
Last recorded8,190 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha EW508,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW485 LVN
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 8,190 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 8,056 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 7,911 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 7,248 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 7,248 miles

Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 5,589 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 3,226 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 2,482 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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W485 LVN is a 2000 Yamaha EW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W485 LVN, 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 W485 LVN registered?

W485 LVN is a 2000 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 12 May 2000.

Is W485 LVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W485 LVN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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