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K948 ARE

1992 Yamaha Tenere

White Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,390 mi
Last recorded68,390 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK948 ARE
MakeYamaha
ModelTenere
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 68,390 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 68,390 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 67,000 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 66,196 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Linkage bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2015 65,860 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 65,817 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 65,510 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 65,463 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2012 64,946 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2011 64,255 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 62,861 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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K948 ARE is a 1992 Yamaha Tenere in White with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 K948 ARE, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Tenere is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K948 ARE registered?

K948 ARE is a 1992 Yamaha Tenere, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K948 ARE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K948 ARE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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