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PN08 SXB

2008 Yamaha CS50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,824 mi
Last recorded5,824 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 2008 Yamaha CS503,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 SXB
MakeYamaha
ModelCS50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 5,824 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Nov 2013 5,824 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2012 1,826 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

nearside mirror missing

rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 20 Apr 2011 6,722 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

rear tyre cracking

Fail 15 Apr 2011 6,703 miles

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

rear tyre cracking

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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PN08 SXB is a 2008 Yamaha CS50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PN08 SXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN08 SXB registered?

PN08 SXB is a 2008 Yamaha CS50, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is PN08 SXB safe to buy?

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