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DBD 488X

1982 Yamaha TR1

Red Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,563 mi
Last recorded19,563 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1982 Yamaha TR126,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBD 488X
MakeYamaha
ModelTR1
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 19,563 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 19,563 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 19,173 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 May 2013 18,968 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 18,808 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 18,520 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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DBD 488X is a 1982 Yamaha TR1 in Red with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha TR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 26,760 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 DBD 488X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha TR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBD 488X registered?

DBD 488X is a 1982 Yamaha TR1, first registered on 5 March 1982.

Is DBD 488X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBD 488X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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