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R43 GCA

1998 Yamaha YQ50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

14,523 mi
Last recorded14,523 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2006
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YQ508,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 GCA
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2006 14,523 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Centre Stand incapable of supporting vehicle.

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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R43 GCA is a 1998 Yamaha YQ50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R43 GCA, 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 R43 GCA registered?

R43 GCA is a 1998 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 16 May 1998.

Is R43 GCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R43 GCA shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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