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R478 JKH

1997 Yamaha RXS100

Red Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,966 mi
Last recorded11,966 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha RXS10015,387 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 JKH
MakeYamaha
ModelRXS100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 11,966 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 11,831 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 11,817 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 11,811 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 11,734 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 11,669 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 11,611 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 11,508 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 11,250 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 11,250 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2008 8,604 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 8,604 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 7,018 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 4,832 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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R478 JKH is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100 in Red with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R478 JKH, 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 R478 JKH registered?

R478 JKH is a 1997 Yamaha RXS100, first registered on 10 December 1997.

Is R478 JKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R478 JKH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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