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G179 APL

1989 Yamaha Unknown

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,912 mi
Last recorded34,912 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Unknown19,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG179 APL
MakeYamaha
ModelUnknown
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 34,912 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 34,733 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Front brake (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Front forks (5.3.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Unknown?

Based on 20,218 MOT tests across 8,531 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
8,531
On UK Roads
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G179 APL is a 1989 Yamaha Unknown in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 19,907 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Yamaha Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G179 APL registered?

G179 APL is a 1989 Yamaha Unknown, first registered on 21 August 1989.

Is G179 APL safe to buy?

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