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G490 CSG

1989 Yamaha XTZ750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

25,009 mi
Last recorded25,009 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XTZ75035,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG490 CSG
MakeYamaha
ModelXTZ750
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 25,009 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 24,807 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 24,807 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 24,534 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 24,495 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2016 24,480 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 24,480 miles

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 21,809 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 Apr 2013 21,808 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 Apr 2012 17,689 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 17,689 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 17,554 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XTZ750?

Based on 4,132 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 76
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
wheel bearings have excessive free play 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
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G490 CSG is a 1989 Yamaha XTZ750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XTZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 35,626 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 XTZ750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G490 CSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XTZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha XTZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G490 CSG registered?

G490 CSG is a 1989 Yamaha XTZ750, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G490 CSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G490 CSG shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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