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E879 PEX

1987 Yamaha YB100

Red Petrol 97cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,989 mi
Last recorded11,989 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 1987 Yamaha YB10016,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE879 PEX
MakeYamaha
ModelYB100
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine97cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 11,989 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 11,988 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 11,988 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 11,967 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 11,793 miles

Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength Spokes in both wheels (4.2.1a)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 11,793 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength Spokes in both wheels (4.2.1a)

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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E879 PEX 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 E879 PEX, 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.

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What year was E879 PEX registered?

E879 PEX is a 1987 Yamaha YB100, first registered on 9 December 1987.

Is E879 PEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E879 PEX 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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