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P47 GAW

1997 Yamaha Sr

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,535 mi
Last recorded12,535 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr16,025 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP47 GAW
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 12,535 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 12,747 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 12,250 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 11,682 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 11,222 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 11,169 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 11,080 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 11,046 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 10,952 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 10,936 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 May 2014 10,919 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 10,842 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 10,765 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 10,123 miles

wheel rims and spokes starting to corrode

Fail 31 May 2011 10,123 miles

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

wheel rims and spokes starting to corrode

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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P47 GAW is a 1997 Yamaha Sr in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Sr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 16,025 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P47 GAW, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Sr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P47 GAW registered?

P47 GAW is a 1997 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 27 May 1997.

Is P47 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P47 GAW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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