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BKZ 8986

1999 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,267 mi
Last recorded35,267 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Yzf20,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKZ 8986
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 35,267 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 35,267 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 34,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Foot peg shortened

Pass 22 Sep 2012 31,527 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 30,105 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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BKZ 8986 is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 20,680 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 Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BKZ 8986, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BKZ 8986 registered?

BKZ 8986 is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 18 May 1999.

Is BKZ 8986 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKZ 8986 shows 5 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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