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C470 YWY

1985 Yamaha RXS100

Red Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

26,164 mi
Last recorded26,164 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RXS10021,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC470 YWY
MakeYamaha
ModelRXS100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 26,164 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 22,163 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 22,163 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 8 Nov 2008 21,782 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2007 13,035 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 13,035 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 11,843 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RXS100?

Based on 8,862 MOT tests across 1,587 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
1,587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 223
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Direction indicators not working 191
Horn not working 177
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 173
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C470 YWY is a 1985 Yamaha RXS100 in Red with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha RXS100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 21,576 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 RXS100 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C470 YWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RXS100 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha RXS100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C470 YWY registered?

C470 YWY is a 1985 Yamaha RXS100, first registered on 12 September 1985.

Is C470 YWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C470 YWY shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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