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J898 MLW

1992 Yamaha Sr

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,596 mi
Last recorded21,596 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Sr17,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ898 MLW
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 21,596 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

strongly advise front tyre be replaced as its perished on side wall and was manufactured in 2002

Fail 12 Mar 2019 21,596 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2015 18,535 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 18,511 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 18,437 miles

Clutch cable needs adjustment

Fail 26 Mar 2010 18,437 miles

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

Clutch cable needs adjustment

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 17,407 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 15,398 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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J898 MLW is a 1992 Yamaha Sr in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Sr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 17,874 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 J898 MLW, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Sr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J898 MLW registered?

J898 MLW is a 1992 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 5 June 1992.

Is J898 MLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J898 MLW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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