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J187 DAH

1991 Yamaha CW50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,201 mi
Last recorded2,201 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2008
Typical for 1991 Yamaha CW504,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ187 DAH
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2008 2,201 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,081 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 2,081 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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J187 DAH is a 1991 Yamaha CW50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha CW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 4,512 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 J187 DAH, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha CW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J187 DAH registered?

J187 DAH is a 1991 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 22 October 1991.

Is J187 DAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J187 DAH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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