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J681 BVF

1991 Yamaha CW50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

5,458 mi
Last recorded5,458 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha CW504,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ681 BVF
MakeYamaha
ModelCW50
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 5,458 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 4,908 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 4,902 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced Beam pattern slightly scattered (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2016 4,799 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 4,561 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 4,561 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 4,307 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 4,085 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 3,707 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 3,707 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 3,293 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 2,896 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 2,896 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 2,324 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 1,770 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 4 Feb 2008 1,760 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 1,274 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 7,208 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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J681 BVF is a 1991 Yamaha CW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 J681 BVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J681 BVF registered?

J681 BVF is a 1991 Yamaha CW50, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J681 BVF safe to buy?

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