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Y759 RTU

2001 Yamaha EW50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,718 mi
Last recorded12,718 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2010
Typical for 2001 Yamaha EW508,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY759 RTU
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2010 12,718 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2010 12,718 miles

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

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)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 10,472 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2008 10,472 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 6,632 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 6,337 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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Y759 RTU is a 2001 Yamaha EW50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y759 RTU, 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 Y759 RTU registered?

Y759 RTU is a 2001 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 26 June 2001.

Is Y759 RTU safe to buy?

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