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TFJ 398X

1981 Yamaha SA50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,608 mi
Last recorded1,608 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SA503,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFJ 398X
MakeYamaha
ModelSA50
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2024 1,608 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha SA50?

Based on 410 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
102
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 10
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 8
Direction indicators not working 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
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TFJ 398X is a 1981 Yamaha SA50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha SA50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 3,318 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha SA50 fails its MOT is direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFJ 398X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SA50 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha SA50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TFJ 398X registered?

TFJ 398X is a 1981 Yamaha SA50, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is TFJ 398X safe to buy?

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