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R687 GBR

1998 Yamaha Sr

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,147 mi
Last recorded21,147 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR687 GBR
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 21,147 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 21,147 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 21,096 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 21,081 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 May 2013 20,925 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 19,840 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 19,700 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Sr?

Based on 2,285 MOT tests across 343 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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R687 GBR is a 1998 Yamaha Sr in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Sr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R687 GBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Sr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Sr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R687 GBR registered?

R687 GBR is a 1998 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R687 GBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R687 GBR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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