MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,232 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
head bearing slightly notchy
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
Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
front brake slightly binding
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
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 .
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is R491 BRL safe to buy?
The MOT history for R491 BRL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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