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TAZ 227

1997 Yamaha Trike

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,107 mi
Last recorded17,107 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Trike20,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAZ 227
MakeYamaha
ModelTrike
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2024 17,107 miles

handbrake could be better

some corrosion to rear discs

Pass 21 Aug 2020 16,968 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 16,837 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 16,576 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 16,355 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 16,015 miles

rear brakes could be better

Pass 29 Jun 2015 15,696 miles

rear brakes could be better

Pass 19 Jun 2014 15,495 miles

rear brakes could be better

steering stiff

Pass 5 Jun 2013 14,769 miles

n/s rear light dim

rear brakes could be better

slight play in n/s cv joint

Pass 29 Jun 2012 14,452 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 13,970 miles

handbrake could be better

handbrake stiff

tow ball will obstruct number plate when fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2010 12,895 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 12,841 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 11,873 miles

headstock bearings stiff

slight weep front forks

Pass 29 Apr 2008 10,959 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

hazards flashing quickly

headstock bearings tight

Pass 12 Apr 2007 9,045 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 9,045 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 7,980 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Trike?

Based on 5,593 MOT tests across 523 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
433
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
523
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 73
reflector missing 69
position lamp(s) not working 59
brake recording little or no effort 55
parking brake recording little or no effort 53
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TAZ 227 is a 1997 Yamaha Trike in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 20,528 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAZ 227, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was TAZ 227 registered?

TAZ 227 is a 1997 Yamaha Trike, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is TAZ 227 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAZ 227 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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