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GP08 UBJ

2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

15,428 mi
Last recorded15,428 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle7,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 UBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXf 50 Giggle
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 15,428 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 15,428 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 15,242 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 15,242 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 14,537 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 14,258 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 14,258 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 13,465 miles

Front front fender broken at the front

Pass 10 Sep 2020 12,823 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 12,823 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 12,284 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 10,906 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 10,009 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 9,190 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 9,151 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 8,896 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 8,739 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 7,630 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 5,996 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle?

Based on 1,238 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
550
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 12
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
Headlamp aim too high 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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GP08 UBJ is a 2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 7,628 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 Xf 50 Giggle fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP08 UBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP08 UBJ registered?

GP08 UBJ is a 2008 Yamaha Xf 50 Giggle, first registered on 8 July 2008.

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