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A977 RAE

1983 Yamaha YB100

Gold Petrol 97cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

26,368 mi
Last recorded26,368 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 1983 Yamaha YB10018,915 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA977 RAE
MakeYamaha
ModelYB100
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine97cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 26,368 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 26,354 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 21,687 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 21,687 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released lever/ switch sticking (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 20,281 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. both forks badly pitted (2.3.1)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Sep 2017 20,281 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. lens fitted wrong (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 20,268 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2014 20,268 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 20,014 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 19,217 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Number plate assembly moves slightly

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 19,007 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YB100?

Based on 3,113 MOT tests across 600 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
185
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
600
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 98
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 82
Direction indicators not working 66
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Horn not working 47
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A977 RAE is a 1983 Yamaha YB100 in Gold with a 97cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha YB100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 18,915 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 YB100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 98 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A977 RAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YB100 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha YB100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A977 RAE registered?

A977 RAE is a 1983 Yamaha YB100, first registered on 4 August 1983.

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