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P919 YTL

1997 Yamaha Sr

Multi-colour Petrol 239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

25,725 mi
Last recorded25,725 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr16,025 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP919 YTL
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine239cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 25,725 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 25,480 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 25,240 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 24,709 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 23,830 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 23,111 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 22,076 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit At the 1.0mm legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 20,477 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 19,164 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 18,634 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2015 18,060 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 17,565 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 17,562 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 16,902 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 16,308 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 16,025 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Oil leak

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

limited reserve travel front brake

Pass 12 Oct 2010 15,714 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 15,053 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 14,284 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 13,950 miles

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 13,261 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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P919 YTL is a 1997 Yamaha Sr in Multi-colour with a 239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P919 YTL, 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 P919 YTL registered?

P919 YTL is a 1997 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 4 July 1997.

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