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WX56 BFO

2006 Yamaha CW50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Yamaha CW509,806 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 BFO
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025

No indicators fitted.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wiring insecure under lower side.

speedo and fairings missing around handlebars.

Pass 8 Jun 2018 26,607 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 May 2018 26,603 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 17,423 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 17,147 miles

REAR NUMBER PLATE LOOSE (NOT INSECURE)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 4,290 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 2,313 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 2,313 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)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 2,134 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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WX56 BFO is a 2006 Yamaha CW50 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 9,806 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 WX56 BFO, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WX56 BFO registered?

WX56 BFO is a 2006 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 11 December 2006.

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