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R147 JVK

1997 Yamaha Unknown

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha Unknown18,225 mi
4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 JVK
MakeYamaha
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2025
Pass 29 Oct 2019

No lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Yamaha Unknown?

Based on 20,218 MOT tests across 8,531 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
8,531
On UK Roads
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R147 JVK is a 1997 Yamaha Unknown in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 18,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Yamaha Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R147 JVK registered?

R147 JVK is a 1997 Yamaha Unknown, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R147 JVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 JVK shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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