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R122 EFB

1997 Yamaha Sr

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

12,149 mi
Last recorded12,149 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr16,025 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR122 EFB
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2010 12,149 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 12,149 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 11,734 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 11,734 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 10,614 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 9,357 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006

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

Upper Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2005 8,175 miles

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

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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R122 EFB is a 1997 Yamaha Sr in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 R122 EFB, 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 R122 EFB registered?

R122 EFB is a 1997 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R122 EFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R122 EFB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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