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HCU 749W

1981 Yamaha TR1

Blue Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Yamaha TR141,595 mi
4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCU 749W
MakeYamaha
ModelTR1
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2019

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2012

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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HCU 749W is a 1981 Yamaha TR1 in Blue with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha TR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 41,595 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 HCU 749W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha TR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HCU 749W registered?

HCU 749W is a 1981 Yamaha TR1, first registered on 1 July 1981.

Is HCU 749W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCU 749W shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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