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P48 ERR

1997 Yamaha Unknown

Orange Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

25,688 mi
Last recorded25,688 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Unknown18,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP48 ERR
MakeYamaha
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 25,688 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 16,673 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 16,647 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 7,065 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 7,059 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 2,834 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 2,834 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Unknown?

Based on 20,218 MOT tests across 8,531 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
8,531
On UK Roads
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P48 ERR is a 1997 Yamaha Unknown in Orange with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 18,225 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Yamaha Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P48 ERR registered?

P48 ERR is a 1997 Yamaha Unknown, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P48 ERR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P48 ERR shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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