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W978 MKU

2000 Yamaha EW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

8,915 mi
Last recorded8,915 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Yamaha EW508,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW978 MKU
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 8,915 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 8,907 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 8,907 miles

Central Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 8,892 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 8,876 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 8,861 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 8,861 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 8,846 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 8,846 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 8,830 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 8,815 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 8,761 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 8,761 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 25 Oct 2008 8,524 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 8,126 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 7,668 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 7,668 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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W978 MKU is a 2000 Yamaha EW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W978 MKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W978 MKU registered?

W978 MKU is a 2000 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 12 April 2000.

Is W978 MKU safe to buy?

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