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G837 THV

1989 Yamaha Trike

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,992 mi
Last recorded7,992 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Trike31,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG837 THV
MakeYamaha
ModelTrike
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 7,992 miles

gaiters over front forks

wiring in poor condition and insecure

Fail 2 May 2019 7,963 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

wiring insecure and in poor condition

Pass 27 Apr 2018 4,740 miles

Offside Rear slight restricted movement

Offside indicator flashing quite fast

Pass 23 Mar 2017 331 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 301 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 16,549 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 13,839 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 10,616 miles

Both rear tyres starting to deteriate

Front tyre starting to get low on tread

Fail 16 Aug 2008 7,111 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 7,111 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 7,098 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 10 May 2008 7,094 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 5,049 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 6,459 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2005 6,459 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Trike?

Based on 5,593 MOT tests across 523 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
433
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
523
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 73
reflector missing 69
position lamp(s) not working 59
brake recording little or no effort 55
parking brake recording little or no effort 53
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G837 THV is a 1989 Yamaha Trike in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 31,248 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 Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G837 THV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G837 THV registered?

G837 THV is a 1989 Yamaha Trike, first registered on 30 September 1989.

Is G837 THV safe to buy?

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