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GCL 538Y

1983 Yamaha YB100

Red Petrol 97cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,928 mi
Last recorded15,928 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha YB10018,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCL 538Y
MakeYamaha
ModelYB100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine97cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 15,928 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 15,924 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 25 Oct 2021 15,923 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

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

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 19 Sep 2015 15,911 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 15,429 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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GCL 538Y is a 1983 Yamaha YB100 in Red with a 97cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha YB100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 18,915 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GCL 538Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha YB100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GCL 538Y registered?

GCL 538Y is a 1983 Yamaha YB100, first registered on 10 May 1983.

Is GCL 538Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCL 538Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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