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G131 PRC

1989 Yamaha Rxs

Red Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,671 mi
Last recorded34,671 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Rxs24,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG131 PRC
MakeYamaha
ModelRxs
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 34,671 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 34,507 miles

Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 29,461 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

fuel hose deteriorating

vehicle identification number difficult to determine

Fail 8 Jul 2013 29,461 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

fuel hose deteriorating

vehicle identification number difficult to determine

Pass 12 May 2012 28,706 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 34,469 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 12 Mar 2007 34,469 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 2 Mar 2007 34,469 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

kick start lever insecure and can catch on leg

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rxs?

Based on 935 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
403
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
Direction indicator not working 28
Direction indicators not working 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Horn not working 19
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G131 PRC is a 1989 Yamaha Rxs in Red with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Rxs models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 24,638 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 Rxs fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G131 PRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rxs typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha Rxs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G131 PRC is a 1989 Yamaha Rxs, first registered on 5 December 1989.

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