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J227 GMG

1991 Yamaha DT50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

22,746 mi
Last recorded22,746 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha DT5015,612 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ227 GMG
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1991
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 22,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 22,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 22,693 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 22,693 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 21,770 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 21,770 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2011 21,679 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Nov 2011 21,769 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 19,544 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 17,899 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 17,301 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 16,543 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 16,530 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 2 Aug 2006 16,513 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT50?

Based on 3,954 MOT tests across 804 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 200
reflector on motorcycle missing 181
Direction indicators not working 91
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 84
Direction indicator not working 79
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J227 GMG is a 1991 Yamaha DT50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 15,612 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 DT50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J227 GMG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT50 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J227 GMG is a 1991 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 7 September 1991.

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