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S779 EJE

1999 Yamaha -

Cream Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

11,288 mi
Last recorded11,288 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha -14,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS779 EJE
MakeYamaha
Model-
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 11,288 miles

Nearside Rear Mudguard insecure support bracket loose ()

Offside Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly hand lever button sticking (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 10,781 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 10,773 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside rear brake master cylinder fixing bolt short

Pass 12 Apr 2023 9,985 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 9,934 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 9,417 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 8,965 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 8,651 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 7,305 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 6,617 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 6,617 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2014 6,477 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 5,243 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 5,179 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 5,179 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 4,872 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2008 4,370 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 3,688 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 3,222 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha -?

Based on 2,722 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
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S779 EJE is a 1999 Yamaha - in Cream with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha - models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 14,280 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 - fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S779 EJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha - typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha - is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S779 EJE registered?

S779 EJE is a 1999 Yamaha -, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S779 EJE safe to buy?

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