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K15 KCV

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

50,973 mi
Last recorded50,973 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK15 KCV
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 50,973 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 50,973 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 49,077 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 48,767 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 47,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Nov 2014 33,452 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 44,980 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 43,953 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 42,998 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 41,498 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 41,498 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 May 2009 40,131 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 40,125 miles

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)

Pass 16 May 2008 38,698 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 36,765 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 33,309 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 33,309 miles

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.

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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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.

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