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G837 JCY

1989 Yamaha YB100

Red Petrol 97cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,162 mi
Last recorded7,162 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha YB10020,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG837 JCY
MakeYamaha
ModelYB100
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine97cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 7,162 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 7,140 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 7,013 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 5,306 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 5,306 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2006
Pass 21 Jun 2005

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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G837 JCY is a 1989 Yamaha YB100 in Red with a 97cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G837 JCY, 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 G837 JCY registered?

G837 JCY is a 1989 Yamaha YB100, first registered on 23 October 1989.

Is G837 JCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G837 JCY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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