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W989 ONJ

2000 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,598 mi
Last recorded2,598 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2000 Yamaha CW507,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW989 ONJ
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 2,598 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

forks slightly corroded

Fail 21 Dec 2017 2,598 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

forks slightly corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2016 2,316 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 2,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front n/s + o/s fork stanchions pitted

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play engine/chassis (2.4.A2a(i))

side stand engine cut of f switch not working allowing machine to be ridden with side stand down

Fail 6 Aug 2015 2,609 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front n/s + o/s fork stanchions pitted

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play engine/chassis (2.4.A2a(i))

side stand engine cut of f switch not working allowing machine to be ridden with side stand down

Pass 27 Aug 2013 1,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 1,529 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 1,727 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 418 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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W989 ONJ is a 2000 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W989 ONJ, 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 W989 ONJ registered?

W989 ONJ is a 2000 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 23 June 2000.

Is W989 ONJ safe to buy?

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