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B237 DHL

1985 Yamaha TR1

Maroon Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

30,756 mi
Last recorded30,756 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha TR126,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB237 DHL
MakeYamaha
ModelTR1
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 30,756 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 28,284 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 28,233 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 28,091 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 27,574 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 26,891 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 24,471 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2018 24,471 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 13 May 2017 21,109 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 18,876 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 16,310 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2015 16,310 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 14,201 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 11,940 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 9,433 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 9,321 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 9,063 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 8,540 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 6,767 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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B237 DHL is a 1985 Yamaha TR1 in Maroon with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha TR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 26,357 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B237 DHL, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha TR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B237 DHL registered?

B237 DHL is a 1985 Yamaha TR1, first registered on 4 March 1985.

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