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P315 BFX

1997 Yamaha -

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,685 mi
Last recorded18,685 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha -24,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP315 BFX
MakeYamaha
Model-
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2024 18,685 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 18,562 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 17,148 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 15,060 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 14,325 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 14,232 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 14,220 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 14,197 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 14,197 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 13,983 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 16,736 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 13,435 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 12,601 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 12,601 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 12,056 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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P315 BFX is a 1997 Yamaha - in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha - models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 24,127 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 P315 BFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha - typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha - is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P315 BFX registered?

P315 BFX is a 1997 Yamaha -, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P315 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P315 BFX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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