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N331 SEL

1996 Yamaha Rxs

Red Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

49,851 mi
Last recorded49,851 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Rxs24,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN331 SEL
MakeYamaha
ModelRxs
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 49,851 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 11 Mar 2017 49,851 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both (2.3.3)

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective unable to inspect (7.2.2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride front wheel nut split pin (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rear brake anchor arm split pin missing (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies when operating front brake (1.3.1a)

Chain guard missing ()

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 49,716 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. forks (2.3.1)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Fail 16 Dec 2015 49,716 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired white light rear (1.5.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. forks (2.3.1)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 49,716 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jan 2015 49,716 miles

Front Brake lever mounting cracked (3.1.2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 47,669 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 Dec 2013 47,669 miles

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 43,564 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 43,460 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Brake rod excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 42,808 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 42,808 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 40,888 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 40,888 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 38,049 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 38,047 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 33,004 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 32,995 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 30,442 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 28,124 miles

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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N331 SEL is a 1996 Yamaha Rxs in Red with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Rxs models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 24,390 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 N331 SEL, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Rxs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N331 SEL is a 1996 Yamaha Rxs, first registered on 2 February 1996.

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