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G868 RFJ

1989 Yamaha CG50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,814 mi
Last recorded3,814 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1989 Yamaha CG504,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG868 RFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelCG50
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 3,814 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 3,814 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2010 3,777 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 3,777 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 3,777 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 3,777 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 3,777 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha CG50?

Based on 759 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
439
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 16
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 15
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 12
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G868 RFJ is a 1989 Yamaha CG50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha CG50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 4,508 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha CG50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G868 RFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha CG50 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha CG50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G868 RFJ registered?

G868 RFJ is a 1989 Yamaha CG50, first registered on 12 October 1989.

Is G868 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G868 RFJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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