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KBX 740X

1982 Yamaha V50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

7,563 mi
Last recorded7,563 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 1982 Yamaha V505,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBX 740X
MakeYamaha
ModelV50
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 7,563 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 7,562 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 7,554 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 7,542 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 7,524 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 7,501 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 7,450 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 7,440 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 7,420 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 7,364 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 7,318 miles

front tyre side walls slightly deteriorated

indicators flashing slow

Pass 17 Mar 2009 7,283 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 7,226 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 26 Feb 2007 7,116 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 6,961 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 6,961 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha V50?

Based on 507 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
117
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 10
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
Tyre has ply or cord exposed 6
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 5
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KBX 740X is a 1982 Yamaha V50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 5,605 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha V50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KBX 740X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KBX 740X registered?

KBX 740X is a 1982 Yamaha V50, first registered on 24 March 1982.

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The MOT history for KBX 740X shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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