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FFA 442Y

1983 Yamaha -

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,904 mi
Last recorded51,904 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFA 442Y
MakeYamaha
Model-
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 51,904 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 51,530 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 51,356 miles

oil leak

Pass 24 May 2016 51,335 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 51,178 miles

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

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

slight cracks on front tyre side wall

Pass 1 May 2014 51,142 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 48,924 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 47,492 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 47,444 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha -?

Based on 2,722 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
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FFA 442Y is a 1983 Yamaha - in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Yamaha - fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FFA 442Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha - typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha - is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FFA 442Y registered?

FFA 442Y is a 1983 Yamaha -, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FFA 442Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFA 442Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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