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1976 Yamaha SCV29A 0.0L Petrol · LYX 402P

LYX 402P

1976 Yamaha SCV29A (0.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 1976. MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026.

Make & Model
YAMAHA SCV29A
Year / Origin
1976 · Sidcup (South East London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 30 Jul 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (01 Jan 1984)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 0.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 30 Jul 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01 Jan 1984
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1976
Engine
49cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This classic motorcycle demonstrates a remarkably clean structural and mechanical trajectory across recent statutory inspections, maintaining an unblemished pass rate with zero outright failures recorded between May 2022 and July 2025. The most recent test on July 11, 2025, resulted in a pass accompanied by one minor defect and two advisories, indicating that while the machine remains roadworthy, minor maintenance items are beginning to accumulate. The ongoing trend reflects stable overall compliance, though the emergence of corrosion and hydraulic component monitoring on the latest certificate points to the delicate nature of preserving a vintage machine of this era. Official DVSA records do not supply chronological mileage figures for this vehicle, preventing any calculation of annual usage or detection of discrepancies. This absence of odometer data is entirely typical for older classic motorcycles where digital logging was not standard during earlier decades, meaning buyers must rely strictly on the physical condition of mechanical interfaces rather than numerical progression. Physical inspection must prioritize the rubber components and hydraulic systems flagged in the July 2025 test, specifically checking the offside front tyre which was noted as exceeding ten years of age and therefore vulnerable to internal carcass degradation despite adequate surface tread. The tester also recorded light corrosion on both fluid reservoirs alongside an advisory concerning the condition of the brake chambers and master cylinders, requiring a thorough check of the hydraulic lines and fluid integrity for leaks or pitting. Buyers should examine the frame and fasteners for wider signs of age-related oxidation, ensuring that the minor reservoir corrosion has not compromised the surrounding mounting points or operational safety of the braking apparatus.
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LYX 402P Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/07/2025
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LYX 402P MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 May 2026, 06:31
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1976 Yamaha Scv29A (LYX 402P) between May 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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