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P283 NOF

1997 Yamaha Bws

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

8,453 mi
Last recorded8,453 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Bws13,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP283 NOF
MakeYamaha
ModelBws
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2008 8,453 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Lower Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Bws?

Based on 1,850 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
1,120
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 10
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P283 NOF is a 1997 Yamaha Bws in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Bws models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 13,722 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 Bws fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P283 NOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Bws typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Bws is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P283 NOF registered?

P283 NOF is a 1997 Yamaha Bws, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P283 NOF safe to buy?

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