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P180 OLD

1997 Yamaha Majesty

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,345 mi
Last recorded27,345 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Majesty20,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP180 OLD
MakeYamaha
ModelMajesty
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 27,345 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2025 27,345 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 27,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 27,059 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 27,059 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 27,033 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 26,559 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,501 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 24,423 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 24,013 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 23,418 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 22,565 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 22,565 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 21,889 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 21,889 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 May 2011 19,626 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2010 18,058 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 14,955 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 14,955 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 12,871 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 May 2007 10,014 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 10,005 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Leak from water pump when engine gets hot!

How Reliable is the Yamaha Majesty?

Based on 2,405 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
1,326
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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P180 OLD is a 1997 Yamaha Majesty in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Majesty models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 20,850 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 Majesty fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P180 OLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Majesty typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Majesty is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P180 OLD registered?

P180 OLD is a 1997 Yamaha Majesty, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P180 OLD safe to buy?

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