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D159 PWA

1987 Yamaha YB100

Red Petrol 97cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,972 mi
Last recorded12,972 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1987 Yamaha YB10016,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD159 PWA
MakeYamaha
ModelYB100
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine97cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 12,972 miles

handbrake adjustment

Pass 10 Mar 2016 12,699 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 12,318 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 12,317 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2012 7,607 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 7,607 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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D159 PWA is a 1987 Yamaha YB100 in Red with a 97cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha YB100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 16,544 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 D159 PWA, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha YB100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D159 PWA registered?

D159 PWA is a 1987 Yamaha YB100, first registered on 16 January 1987.

Is D159 PWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D159 PWA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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