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A245 RKN

1984 Yamaha Townmate

Silver Petrol 80cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,872 mi
Last recorded20,872 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 1984 Yamaha Townmate14,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA245 RKN
MakeYamaha
ModelTownmate
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine80cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 20,872 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 20,278 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 19,468 miles

Front Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 19,309 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 18,919 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced main frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 18,327 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 16,542 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 15,468 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 14,984 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front tyre has slight cracking to side walls

Pass 19 Oct 2011 14,599 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front tyre has slight cracking to side walls

Pass 30 Sep 2010 13,923 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 12,942 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 12,071 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 12,002 miles

Front Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 10,977 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 9,744 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 8,410 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Townmate?

Based on 670 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Direction indicator not working 7
Wheel spoke excessively loose 6
suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. 6
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A245 RKN is a 1984 Yamaha Townmate in Silver with a 80cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha Townmate models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 14,792 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Townmate fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A245 RKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Townmate typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha Townmate is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A245 RKN registered?

A245 RKN is a 1984 Yamaha Townmate, first registered on 27 June 1984.

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