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C56 GGB

1985 Yamaha V50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,443 mi
Last recorded10,443 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 1985 Yamaha V5020,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC56 GGB
MakeYamaha
ModelV50
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 10,443 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 10,408 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute front and rear (1.5.1c)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 9,582 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 9,571 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 9,551 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 9,551 miles

Lower Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2005 8,553 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha V50?

Based on 507 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
117
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 10
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
Tyre has ply or cord exposed 6
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 5
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C56 GGB is a 1985 Yamaha V50 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 1985 Yamaha V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,539 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 V50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C56 GGB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C56 GGB registered?

C56 GGB is a 1985 Yamaha V50, first registered on 30 September 1985.

Is C56 GGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C56 GGB 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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