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B897 VTC

1984 Yamaha Rd

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,568 mi
Last recorded61,568 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Yamaha Rd13,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB897 VTC
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 61,568 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 61,053 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 60,267 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 59,516 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2021 59,516 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2019 57,871 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 56,511 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 54,779 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 53,350 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 52,491 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2014 51,095 miles

Rear Tyre starting to perish on side walls

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 49,844 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2012 48,754 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 48,126 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 47,133 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 46,103 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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B897 VTC is a 1984 Yamaha Rd in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 13,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Rd fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B897 VTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha Rd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B897 VTC is a 1984 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 17 October 1984.

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