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C68 BFB

1985 Yamaha YB100

Red Petrol 97cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

24,961 mi
Last recorded24,961 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1985 Yamaha YB10019,988 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC68 BFB
MakeYamaha
ModelYB100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine97cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 24,961 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 24,961 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2013 24,472 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 23,605 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2012 23,605 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Jan 2012 23,460 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. (2.3.6a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 22,393 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 21,120 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 22,114 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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C68 BFB is a 1985 Yamaha YB100 in Red with a 97cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha YB100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 19,988 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 C68 BFB, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha YB100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C68 BFB is a 1985 Yamaha YB100, first registered on 19 October 1985.

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