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R179 SGC

1998 Yamaha YQ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,446 mi
Last recorded4,446 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YQ508,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR179 SGC
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2012 4,446 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Feb 2012 4,446 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 1,885 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 1,885 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 1,835 miles

rear tyre showing signs of starting to crack

Pass 12 Sep 2007 1,757 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 1,639 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YQ50?

Based on 34,454 MOT tests across 6,064 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
1,434
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
6,064
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,796
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,372
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,307
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 969
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 693
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R179 SGC is a 1998 Yamaha YQ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 8,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YQ50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 2,796 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R179 SGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YQ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R179 SGC registered?

R179 SGC is a 1998 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R179 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R179 SGC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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