CarVerify

Free Car Check

A523 RJO

1984 Yamaha TR1

Red Petrol 981cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,132 mi
Last recorded35,132 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1984 Yamaha TR124,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationA523 RJO
MakeYamaha
ModelTR1
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 35,132 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 34,990 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 34,990 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2017 34,909 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 34,708 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 34,440 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 34,296 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 33,895 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 32,836 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 31,857 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 31,857 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 31,216 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2008 29,804 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 29,804 miles

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)

Pass 18 May 2007 27,799 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 26,490 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha TR1?

Based on 918 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 4
Full Yamaha TR1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

A523 RJO is a 1984 Yamaha TR1 in Red with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha TR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 24,300 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 TR1 fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A523 RJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha TR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A523 RJO?

You can check the full history of A523 RJO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A523 RJO registered?

A523 RJO is a 1984 Yamaha TR1, first registered on 23 July 1984.

Is A523 RJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A523 RJO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A523 RJO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A523 RJO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.