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P985 OKH

1997 Yamaha RXS100

Red Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,394 mi
Last recorded17,394 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha RXS10015,387 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP985 OKH
MakeYamaha
ModelRXS100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 17,394 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 16,968 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 12,960 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 12,960 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 May 2011 11,026 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 8,743 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 8,723 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 5,395 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 5,395 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2006 3,072 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 3,070 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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P985 OKH is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100 in Red with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P985 OKH, 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 P985 OKH registered?

P985 OKH is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100, first registered on 3 June 1997.

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