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P655 OBU

1997 Yamaha RXS100

Blue Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,556 mi
Last recorded24,556 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Yamaha RXS10015,387 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP655 OBU
MakeYamaha
ModelRXS100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2008 24,556 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 31,636 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 31,636 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 19,173 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 19,173 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha RXS100?

Based on 8,862 MOT tests across 1,587 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
1,587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 223
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Direction indicators not working 191
Horn not working 177
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 173
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P655 OBU is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100 in Blue with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha RXS100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 15,387 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 RXS100 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P655 OBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RXS100 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha RXS100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P655 OBU registered?

P655 OBU is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P655 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P655 OBU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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