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BTU 764W

1997 Yamaha Tricycle

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

34,253 mi
Last recorded34,253 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tricycle27,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 764W
MakeYamaha
ModelTricycle
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 34,253 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 34,239 miles

Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 34,072 miles

both rear wheel bearings noisy but no roughness when spun

Fail 15 Jul 2011 34,058 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

both rear wheel bearings noisy but no roughness when spun

handbrake linkage fouling wiring

Pass 2 Jul 2009 33,607 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tricycle?

Based on 1,538 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector missing 24
Stop lamp not working 22
position lamp(s) missing 18
brake recording little or no effort 17
brake binding 17
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BTU 764W is a 1997 Yamaha Tricycle in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Tricycle models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 27,522 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 Tricycle fails its MOT is reflector missing, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BTU 764W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tricycle typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Tricycle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BTU 764W registered?

BTU 764W is a 1997 Yamaha Tricycle, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is BTU 764W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTU 764W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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