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J317 JGV

1991 Yamaha CG50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,164 mi
Last recorded11,164 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha CG504,635 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ317 JGV
MakeYamaha
ModelCG50
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 11,164 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 8,232 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 7,470 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 6,711 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 5,816 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 4,999 miles

Rear bolt missing from central baggage frame but still attached to front securely.

Pass 28 Jul 2017 4,978 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 4,937 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 4,802 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 4,800 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 4,635 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 4,635 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2012 4,283 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 4,189 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 4,184 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 3,936 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 3,936 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 3,824 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 3,659 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 3,659 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front and rear tyre pressures low

Pass 7 Jul 2006 3,070 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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J317 JGV is a 1991 Yamaha CG50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha CG50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 4,635 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 J317 JGV, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha CG50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J317 JGV registered?

J317 JGV is a 1991 Yamaha CG50, first registered on 16 August 1991.

Is J317 JGV safe to buy?

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