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R491 BRL

1997 Yamaha Sr

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,232 mi
Last recorded20,232 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr16,025 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 BRL
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 20,232 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 19,473 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

head bearing slightly notchy

Fail 29 Aug 2013 19,468 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

head bearing slightly notchy

Pass 17 Aug 2012 17,683 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 17,607 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 17,607 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 16,542 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 16,542 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

front brake slightly binding

Pass 23 Oct 2007 14,101 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 14,101 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

frame and swinging arm rusty condition

Pass 13 Oct 2006 12,442 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

fuel filler cap seal starting to perish .rear number plate poor condition .front brake fluid looks dirty .

Pass 1 Oct 2005 12,001 miles

dip beam pattern visable but poor

handlebars/top yoke slightly out of line

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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R491 BRL is a 1997 Yamaha Sr in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R491 BRL, 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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R491 BRL is a 1997 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 9 October 1997.

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