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SPA 861X

1981 Yamaha TR1

Maroon Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,142 mi
Last recorded29,142 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha TR141,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPA 861X
MakeYamaha
ModelTR1
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 29,142 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 29,090 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 29,090 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2012 29,072 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 27,975 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 27,061 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 25,750 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 25,750 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 25,686 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 25,686 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 24,699 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 24,564 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TR1?

Based on 918 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 4
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SPA 861X is a 1981 Yamaha TR1 in Maroon with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha TR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 41,595 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 TR1 fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPA 861X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha TR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SPA 861X registered?

SPA 861X is a 1981 Yamaha TR1, first registered on 4 November 1981.

Is SPA 861X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPA 861X shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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