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R980 FGK

1997 Yamaha Majesty

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,405 mi
Last recorded28,405 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Majesty20,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR980 FGK
MakeYamaha
ModelMajesty
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 28,405 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 28,348 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 25,100 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 17,922 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 17,922 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 15,680 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 14,473 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 13,598 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 13,598 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 12,665 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 11,917 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 10,804 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 10,803 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 9,803 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 8,002 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Majesty?

Based on 2,405 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
1,326
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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R980 FGK is a 1997 Yamaha Majesty in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Majesty models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 20,850 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Majesty fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R980 FGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Majesty typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Majesty is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R980 FGK registered?

R980 FGK is a 1997 Yamaha Majesty, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R980 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R980 FGK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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