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M171 VBR

1995 Yamaha Ttr

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 Yamaha Ttr21,336 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM171 VBR
MakeYamaha
ModelTtr
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2025

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 1,020 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 761 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2019

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 21,356 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 21,336 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 19,953 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 19,953 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 440 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 15,266 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2005 14,605 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Ttr?

Based on 1,500 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
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M171 VBR is a 1995 Yamaha Ttr in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Ttr models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 21,336 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 Ttr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M171 VBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Ttr typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 31 years old, this Yamaha Ttr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M171 VBR registered?

M171 VBR is a 1995 Yamaha Ttr, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M171 VBR safe to buy?

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