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R405 GMA

1997 Yamaha Tenere

Green Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

41,742 mi
Last recorded41,742 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tenere41,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR405 GMA
MakeYamaha
ModelTenere
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 41,742 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 40,150 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 37,505 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 34,336 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 30,862 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 26,463 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 21,547 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 18,276 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 18,015 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 16,785 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 16,683 miles

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

Secure rear mudguard

Pass 28 Sep 2006 16,607 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 16,607 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tenere?

Based on 925 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
800
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
suspension bush has excessive free play 11
Headlamp aim too low 8
Horn not working 6
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R405 GMA is a 1997 Yamaha Tenere in Green with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Tenere models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 41,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Tenere fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R405 GMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tenere typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Tenere is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R405 GMA registered?

R405 GMA is a 1997 Yamaha Tenere, first registered on 13 October 1997.

Is R405 GMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R405 GMA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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