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C511 AFB

1985 Yamaha Townmate

Silver Petrol 79cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,894 mi
Last recorded51,894 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Townmate23,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC511 AFB
MakeYamaha
ModelTownmate
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine79cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 51,894 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 51,894 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 51,146 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 49,752 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 48,670 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 May 2021 48,060 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2020 47,515 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 46,600 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 46,600 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 46,323 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 45,745 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 45,732 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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C511 AFB is a 1985 Yamaha Townmate in Silver with a 79cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha Townmate models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 23,866 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 Townmate fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C511 AFB, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha Townmate is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C511 AFB registered?

C511 AFB is a 1985 Yamaha Townmate, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C511 AFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C511 AFB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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