MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,973 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Offside Rear 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)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?
Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.
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K15 KCV is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
Across all 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 26,078 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 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 K15 KCV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was K15 KCV registered?
K15 KCV is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 24 March 1997.
Is K15 KCV safe to buy?
The MOT history for K15 KCV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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