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B964 VBX

1984 Yamaha Townmate

Blue Petrol 79cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,113 mi
Last recorded7,113 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2015
Typical for 1984 Yamaha Townmate14,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB964 VBX
MakeYamaha
ModelTownmate
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine79cc
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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2015 7,113 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 6,935 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 6,922 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 6,660 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 6,660 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 22 Jul 2013 6,655 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 6,189 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 6,189 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 5,727 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 5,307 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 5,307 miles

Offside Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 4,961 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 4,954 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 4,618 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 4,043 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Townmate?

Based on 670 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Direction indicator not working 7
Wheel spoke excessively loose 6
suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. 6
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B964 VBX is a 1984 Yamaha Townmate in Blue with a 79cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha Townmate models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 14,792 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 Townmate fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B964 VBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Townmate typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha Townmate is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B964 VBX is a 1984 Yamaha Townmate, first registered on 1 August 1984.

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