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B59 OGV

1985 Yamaha YB100

Red Petrol 97cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,758 mi
Last recorded16,758 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha YB10019,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB59 OGV
MakeYamaha
ModelYB100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine97cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2025 16,758 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 16,739 miles

Central Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded Front wheel spokes have surface rust (5.2.2 (d))

Central Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded Rear wheel spokes have surface rust (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 16,627 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 16,557 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 16,516 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 16,233 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 16,202 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 16,111 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 15,681 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 15,148 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 14,763 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 14,525 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 14,128 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 13,967 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 13,809 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 13,497 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 13,332 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 13,043 miles

Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YB100?

Based on 3,113 MOT tests across 600 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
185
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
600
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 98
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 82
Direction indicators not working 66
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Horn not working 47
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B59 OGV is a 1985 Yamaha YB100 in Red with a 97cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha YB100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 19,988 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YB100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 98 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B59 OGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YB100 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha YB100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B59 OGV registered?

B59 OGV is a 1985 Yamaha YB100, first registered on 13 April 1985.

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