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W831 FBW

2000 Yamaha CW50

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

7,579 mi
Last recorded7,579 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2000 Yamaha CW507,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW831 FBW
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 7,579 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2022 7,579 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Sep 2016 7,579 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 7,579 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 6,258 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 6,141 miles

Exhaust mounting temp

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Number plate holder temp repair

Fail 29 Oct 2012 6,119 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Number plate holder temp repair

Pass 15 Sep 2010 6,085 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 18 Sep 2008 4,652 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 4,652 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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W831 FBW is a 2000 Yamaha CW50 in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 7,058 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 W831 FBW, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W831 FBW registered?

W831 FBW is a 2000 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W831 FBW safe to buy?

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