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A798 HNF

1983 Yamaha TR1

Black Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,557 mi
Last recorded13,557 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2014
Typical for 1983 Yamaha TR120,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA798 HNF
MakeYamaha
ModelTR1
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2014 13,557 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 13,557 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2006 13,245 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TR1?

Based on 918 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 4
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A798 HNF is a 1983 Yamaha TR1 in Black with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha TR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,657 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 TR1 fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A798 HNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha TR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A798 HNF registered?

A798 HNF is a 1983 Yamaha TR1, first registered on 18 November 1983.

Is A798 HNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A798 HNF shows 3 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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