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EML 487V

1980 Yamaha Unknown

White Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

10,928 mi
Last recorded10,928 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1980 Yamaha Unknown17,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEML 487V
MakeYamaha
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 May 2025 10,928 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear tyre starting to perish

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Unknown?

Based on 20,218 MOT tests across 8,531 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
8,531
On UK Roads
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EML 487V is a 1980 Yamaha Unknown in White with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 17,066 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Yamaha Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EML 487V registered?

EML 487V is a 1980 Yamaha Unknown, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is EML 487V safe to buy?

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