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EMB 486X

1982 Yamaha TR1

Orange Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,013 mi
Last recorded47,013 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1982 Yamaha TR126,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMB 486X
MakeYamaha
ModelTR1
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 47,013 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 39,950 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 39,132 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

exhaust corroding

Pass 17 Jul 2014 53,675 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 53,361 miles

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

frame/swing arm corroding

Fail 22 Jul 2013 53,355 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

frame/swing arm corroding

rear no plate broken

Pass 16 May 2011 53,186 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 51,653 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 49,930 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 47,356 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 45,015 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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EMB 486X is a 1982 Yamaha TR1 in Orange with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 EMB 486X, 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.

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What year was EMB 486X registered?

EMB 486X is a 1982 Yamaha TR1, first registered on 9 March 1982.

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