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FWH 79Y

1983 Yamaha RXS100

Black Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,001 mi
Last recorded52,001 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 1983 Yamaha RXS10025,119 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWH 79Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRXS100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2024 52,001 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 51,547 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 50,914 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 49,736 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 48,831 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 48,368 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 48,361 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 48,351 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 48,348 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 48,303 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 48,274 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 48,213 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 48,144 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 48,048 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 47,984 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 47,808 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 47,579 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 47,305 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 46,805 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006
Pass 26 Jan 2006 46,112 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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FWH 79Y is a 1983 Yamaha RXS100 in Black with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha RXS100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 25,119 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FWH 79Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha RXS100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FWH 79Y registered?

FWH 79Y is a 1983 Yamaha RXS100, first registered on 9 July 1983.

Is FWH 79Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWH 79Y shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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