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FM57 NKC

2008 Yamaha CS50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests13 (5 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate38.5%

Mileage

6,352 mi
Last recorded6,352 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Yamaha CS503,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 NKC
MakeYamaha
ModelCS50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 6,352 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 6,352 miles

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 3,668 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 3,668 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 30 May 2015 3,661 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2015 3,566 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 1,261 miles

rear footrests and seat have been removed at time of test

Fail 7 Mar 2014 1,261 miles

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

rear footrests and seat have been removed at time of test

Pass 4 Mar 2013 6,269 miles

no number plate light

Fail 4 Mar 2013 6,269 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

no number plate light

Pass 15 Mar 2011 6,249 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Mar 2011 6,249 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 6,249 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha CS50?

Based on 6,571 MOT tests across 1,150 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
692
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 253
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 219
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 204
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 121
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 116
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FM57 NKC is a 2008 Yamaha CS50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 38.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha CS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 3,474 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 CS50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 253 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM57 NKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha CS50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha CS50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FM57 NKC is a 2008 Yamaha CS50, first registered on 22 January 2008.

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