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P97 DPB

1997 Yamaha RXS100

Red Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,893 mi
Last recorded3,893 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha RXS10015,387 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP97 DPB
MakeYamaha
ModelRXS100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 3,893 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. both front fork tubes (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 3,503 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 3,255 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 30 Jun 2015 3,255 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 3,244 miles

Clutch cable under stress due to clutch lever perch position

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Both front & rear tyres are perished and are beginning to crack

Fail 2 Feb 2013 3,244 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Clutch cable under stress due to clutch lever perch position

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Left mirror loose (swivels)

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Both front & rear tyres are perished and are beginning to crack

Pass 23 Nov 2011 2,116 miles

Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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P97 DPB is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100 in Red with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P97 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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What year was P97 DPB registered?

P97 DPB is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100, first registered on 27 January 1997.

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