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P447 SEV

1997 Yamaha -

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,088 mi
Last recorded50,088 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha -24,127 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP447 SEV
MakeYamaha
Model-
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 50,088 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 44,528 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 40,948 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 36,443 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 34,010 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 27,391 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 67,775 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 63,679 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 59,933 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 84,234 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 80,678 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2012 80,623 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2011 78,023 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 73,442 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 69,488 miles

horn intermitant.

Pass 8 Aug 2008 67,080 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 65,964 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 64,549 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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P447 SEV is a 1997 Yamaha - in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P447 SEV, 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 P447 SEV registered?

P447 SEV is a 1997 Yamaha -, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P447 SEV safe to buy?

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