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P74 DPB

1997 Yamaha RXS100

Blue Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

37,698 mi
Last recorded37,698 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha RXS10015,387 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP74 DPB
MakeYamaha
ModelRXS100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 37,698 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 37,637 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 37,556 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 37,556 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 37,418 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 37,239 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 36,928 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 36,585 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 May 2013 36,581 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 May 2012 36,347 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 35,660 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

advise.corrosion on front mudguard

Fail 3 Mar 2009 35,660 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

advise.corrosion on front mudguard

Pass 5 Apr 2007 26,654 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 26,110 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

cush drive worn

front tyre perished

offside footrest rubber missing

Pass 22 Aug 2005 18,169 miles

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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P74 DPB is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100 in Blue with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P74 DPB, 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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P74 DPB is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100, first registered on 27 January 1997.

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