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E494 KNH

1988 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,610 mi
Last recorded16,610 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE494 KNH
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 16,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 16,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 May 2012 5,414 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 25 May 2012 5,414 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Apr 2010 218 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 218 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?

Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 382
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 342
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 263
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 184
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E494 KNH is a 1988 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E494 KNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E494 KNH registered?

E494 KNH is a 1988 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 11 February 1988.

Is E494 KNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E494 KNH shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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