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Y96 HMX

2001 Yamaha EW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

2,545 mi
Last recorded2,545 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Yamaha EW508,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY96 HMX
MakeYamaha
ModelEW50
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 May 2014 2,545 miles

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 826 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2013 826 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 419 miles

Offside Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 419 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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Y96 HMX is a 2001 Yamaha EW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 Y96 HMX, 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 Y96 HMX registered?

Y96 HMX is a 2001 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 6 March 2001.

Is Y96 HMX safe to buy?

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