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GX53 GPU

2003 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

11,674 mi
Last recorded11,674 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha CW507,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 GPU
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 11,674 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2025 11,674 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 10,609 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 10,342 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 9,818 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 18 May 2022 9,810 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 9,101 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 8,674 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 8,674 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 8,172 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 7,719 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 7,056 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2013 6,540 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 5,917 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 5,917 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 5,204 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 4,521 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 4,521 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 3,759 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 2,855 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 2,160 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 2,159 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 1,563 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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GX53 GPU is a 2003 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 7,803 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 GX53 GPU, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GX53 GPU is a 2003 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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