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BVV 949X

1981 Yamaha YB100

Blue Petrol 97cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

19,845 mi
Last recorded19,845 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha YB10012,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVV 949X
MakeYamaha
ModelYB100
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine97cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 19,845 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 19,468 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 19,012 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust is leaking slightly where is screws to the barrel. probably a small pin hole or needing a new gasket or tightening up. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Nov 2019 19,012 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust is leaking slightly where is screws to the barrel. probably a small pin hole or needing a new gasket or tightening up. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 18,267 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 17,539 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 16,702 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 15,847 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 15,015 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 14,206 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 13,483 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

front brake sticking

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 27 Oct 2011 12,777 miles

lights all are a bit dim unless the bike is revved high due to being 6 volt

Fail 1 Nov 2010 12,180 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2010 12,180 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 11,672 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 11,037 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 11,037 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 10,495 miles

steering brgs slight notchy

Pass 1 Nov 2006 9,899 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 9,899 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 9,352 miles

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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BVV 949X is a 1981 Yamaha YB100 in Blue with a 97cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha YB100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 12,966 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 BVV 949X, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha YB100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BVV 949X registered?

BVV 949X is a 1981 Yamaha YB100, first registered on 30 September 1981.

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