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FJ04 LZW

2004 Yamaha CW50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,333 mi
Last recorded22,333 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Yamaha CW508,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 LZW
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 22,333 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp beam slightly high

Rear tyre low on pressure

Stand mounting loose

Pass 16 Dec 2015 22,135 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 11 Dec 2015 22,135 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 20,513 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 20,513 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 18,910 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 18,720 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 18,581 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 18,572 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 16,471 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 8,364 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 8,364 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 23 Aug 2008 8,362 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 7,054 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 7,054 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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FJ04 LZW is a 2004 Yamaha CW50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 8,246 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 FJ04 LZW, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ04 LZW registered?

FJ04 LZW is a 2004 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 2 June 2004.

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