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E881 NUW

1997 Yamaha Tenere

Blue Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,471 mi
Last recorded63,471 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tenere41,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE881 NUW
MakeYamaha
ModelTenere
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 63,471 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 62,581 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 62,351 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 61,397 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 60,268 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

one rear light bulb not working

Fail 11 Nov 2008 60,268 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

one rear light bulb not working

Pass 6 Nov 2007 58,368 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 57,438 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tenere?

Based on 925 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
800
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
suspension bush has excessive free play 11
Headlamp aim too low 8
Horn not working 6
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E881 NUW is a 1997 Yamaha Tenere in Blue with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Tenere models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 41,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Tenere fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E881 NUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tenere typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Tenere is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E881 NUW registered?

E881 NUW is a 1997 Yamaha Tenere, first registered on 24 July 1997.

Is E881 NUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E881 NUW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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