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B474 EEW

1985 Yamaha Rd

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,194 mi
Last recorded24,194 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Rd27,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB474 EEW
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 24,194 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2015 28,759 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 39,875 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Jun 2006 39,874 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear suspension has an inadequate repair of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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B474 EEW is a 1985 Yamaha Rd in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 27,945 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 Rd fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B474 EEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha Rd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B474 EEW registered?

B474 EEW is a 1985 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 11 June 1985.

Is B474 EEW safe to buy?

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