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P972 PFB

1996 Yamaha RXS100

Red Petrol 100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,624 mi
Last recorded23,624 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha RXS10016,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP972 PFB
MakeYamaha
ModelRXS100
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine100cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 23,624 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 23,536 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 23,535 miles

Rear Wheel hub excessively worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 23,495 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 23,478 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 23,472 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 39,451 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 37,046 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2015 37,046 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Left handlebar grip loose

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 37,556 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 33,554 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 33,554 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 32,693 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 32,069 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 32,041 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 31,337 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 31,337 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Fail 30 May 2006 21,784 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

handlebars slightly bent

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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P972 PFB is a 1996 Yamaha RXS100 in Red with a 100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha RXS100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 16,624 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 P972 PFB, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha RXS100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P972 PFB is a 1996 Yamaha RXS100, first registered on 11 October 1996.

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