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WP51 SKV

2001 Yamaha EW50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,038 mi
Last recorded15,038 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Yamaha EW508,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP51 SKV
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 15,038 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 15,038 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 14,760 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 14,670 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 14,670 miles

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

Front Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 33,757 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 12,247 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 9,687 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 7,348 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 7,348 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 3,450 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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WP51 SKV is a 2001 Yamaha EW50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha EW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 8,388 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 WP51 SKV, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha EW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WP51 SKV registered?

WP51 SKV is a 2001 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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