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J816 MLM

1992 Yamaha -

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,974 mi
Last recorded33,974 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha -31,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ816 MLM
MakeYamaha
Model-
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 33,974 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear axle leaking oil

Fail 3 Jul 2025 33,974 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear axle leaking oil

Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system Master cylinder banjo bolt (1.1.12 (c) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 33,911 miles

Exhaust very close to rear suspension arm but not fouling

Fail 1 Jul 2024 33,911 miles

Rear Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust very close to rear suspension arm but not fouling

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 33,184 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 32,586 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 32,509 miles

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

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

slight oil leak from nearside casing

Pass 25 Jun 2020 31,998 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 May 2018 31,297 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 30,416 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2015 29,680 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 28,983 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 28,137 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 27,166 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 25,276 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 24,971 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 24,086 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 22,514 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 22,365 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 21,945 miles

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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J816 MLM is a 1992 Yamaha - in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha - models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 31,648 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J816 MLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha - typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Yamaha - is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J816 MLM registered?

J816 MLM is a 1992 Yamaha -, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J816 MLM safe to buy?

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