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P481 RGF

1996 Yamaha RS100

Blue Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

29,549 mi
Last recorded29,549 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP481 RGF
MakeYamaha
ModelRS100
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 29,549 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2026 29,542 miles

Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 29,442 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Jun 2024 29,428 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Also tyre is very old [No date Marking] (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 29,257 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 27,484 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 27,463 miles

Front Lower Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2020 25,688 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 24,428 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 24,388 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 23,910 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 23,910 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 23,869 miles

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

rear wheel spokes are rusty

Pass 24 Aug 2012 23,690 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 23,679 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 23,593 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 23,593 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2007 23,385 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RS100?

Based on 686 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
145
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 13
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 11
Direction indicator not working 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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P481 RGF is a 1996 Yamaha RS100 in Blue with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

The most common reason a Yamaha RS100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P481 RGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RS100 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha RS100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P481 RGF registered?

P481 RGF is a 1996 Yamaha RS100, first registered on 15 August 1996.

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