MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
12,933 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
front brake light switch does not work.
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
front brake light switch not working
How Reliable is the Yamaha EW50?
Based on 2,948 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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X197 WCG is a 2000 Yamaha EW50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
Across all 2000 Yamaha EW50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 8,846 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 EW50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X197 WCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha EW50 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha EW50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was X197 WCG registered?
X197 WCG is a 2000 Yamaha EW50, first registered on 31 October 2000.
Is X197 WCG safe to buy?
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