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ULB 62W

1981 Yamaha TR1

Silver Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,821 mi
Last recorded62,821 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha TR141,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULB 62W
MakeYamaha
ModelTR1
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 62,821 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 60,745 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 59,184 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 57,580 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 56,894 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 56,885 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

FRONT TYRE HAS SIDEWALL CRACKING

Fail 20 Apr 2011 54,744 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 54,744 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 53,981 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 52,533 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 49,741 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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ULB 62W is a 1981 Yamaha TR1 in Silver with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ULB 62W, 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.

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What year was ULB 62W registered?

ULB 62W is a 1981 Yamaha TR1, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ULB 62W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULB 62W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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