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F501 SLM

1989 Yamaha YB100

Red Petrol 97cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,005 mi
Last recorded37,005 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha YB10020,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF501 SLM
MakeYamaha
ModelYB100
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine97cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 37,005 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 37,005 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 36,489 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 35,220 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 34,830 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 34,830 miles

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 34,643 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2020 34,639 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 34,028 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 33,490 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 33,103 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 31,820 miles

Right hand front footrest bent

Pass 2 Sep 2015 29,651 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

chain guard missing

Pass 2 Sep 2014 29,505 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 29,319 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 29,319 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 28,787 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight bind front brake

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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F501 SLM is a 1989 Yamaha YB100 in Red with a 97cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha YB100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 20,966 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 YB100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 98 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F501 SLM, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha YB100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F501 SLM registered?

F501 SLM is a 1989 Yamaha YB100, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is F501 SLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F501 SLM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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