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J129 SDC

1991 Yamaha Townmate

Blue Petrol 79cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,475 mi
Last recorded8,475 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Townmate13,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ129 SDC
MakeYamaha
ModelTownmate
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine79cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 8,475 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 8,474 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 8,195 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 7,399 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 7,932 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 7,402 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 6,344 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 6,325 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 5,982 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 5,982 miles

Inner Rear Lower Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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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J129 SDC is a 1991 Yamaha Townmate in Blue with a 79cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Townmate models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 13,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J129 SDC, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha Townmate is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J129 SDC registered?

J129 SDC is a 1991 Yamaha Townmate, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J129 SDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J129 SDC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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