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R228 LFX

1997 Yamaha CG50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40 mi
Last recorded40 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 LFX
MakeYamaha
ModelCG50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2022 40 miles

Central Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush fork bushes a little worn (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 10,339 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 9,139 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 7,236 miles

Front fork bushes slightly worn.

Front tyre starting to perish.

Front tyre valve starting to perish.

Rear wheel has slight play

Pass 9 Feb 2018 5,277 miles

Battery flat.

Rear tyre starting to crack.

Pass 25 Apr 2017 5,226 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 5,221 miles

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

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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R228 LFX is a 1997 Yamaha CG50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R228 LFX, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha CG50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R228 LFX registered?

R228 LFX is a 1997 Yamaha CG50, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R228 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 LFX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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