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J495 MKM

1992 Yamaha Bws

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

969 mi
Last recorded969 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Bws6,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ495 MKM
MakeYamaha
ModelBws
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 969 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 960 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 912 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 896 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 756 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 756 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 442 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 442 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 May 2010 68 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 9,474 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 8,718 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 8,285 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 7,702 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Bws?

Based on 1,850 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
1,120
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 10
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J495 MKM is a 1992 Yamaha Bws in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Bws models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 6,762 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 Bws fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J495 MKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Bws typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Yamaha Bws is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J495 MKM registered?

J495 MKM is a 1992 Yamaha Bws, first registered on 13 May 1992.

Is J495 MKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J495 MKM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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