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J254 KBY

1991 Yamaha Tenere

White Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,596 mi
Last recorded68,596 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ254 KBY
MakeYamaha
ModelTenere
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 68,596 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 68,596 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 68,179 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 67,456 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 66,843 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 63,838 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 60,981 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

gear lever loose on spline

Pass 22 Sep 2006 60,284 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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J254 KBY is a 1991 Yamaha Tenere in White with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J254 KBY, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha Tenere is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J254 KBY registered?

J254 KBY is a 1991 Yamaha Tenere, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J254 KBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J254 KBY 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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