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B40 PLP

1985 Yamaha T80

Blue Petrol 79cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,191 mi
Last recorded16,191 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha T8020,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB40 PLP
MakeYamaha
ModelT80
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine79cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 16,191 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 15,960 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 15,315 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 15,225 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 15,082 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 14,768 miles

Rear Inner Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side of frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha T80?

Based on 4,569 MOT tests across 810 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
389
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
810
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 87
Direction indicators not working 73
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 70
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
Direction indicator not working 55
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B40 PLP is a 1985 Yamaha T80 in Blue with a 79cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha T80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 20,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha T80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B40 PLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha T80 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha T80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B40 PLP registered?

B40 PLP is a 1985 Yamaha T80, first registered on 4 June 1985.

Is B40 PLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B40 PLP shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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