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J881 OLJ

1991 Yamaha Sr

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,643 mi
Last recorded22,643 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Sr19,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ881 OLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2017 22,643 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength Front brake lower cable end (3.1.5)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 22,620 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 19,836 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2015 17,832 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 17,832 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,810 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Sr?

Based on 2,285 MOT tests across 343 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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J881 OLJ is a 1991 Yamaha Sr in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Sr models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 19,453 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 Sr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J881 OLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Sr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha Sr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J881 OLJ registered?

J881 OLJ is a 1991 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 24 August 1991.

Is J881 OLJ safe to buy?

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