MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
53,070 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened stantions and dust seals (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened stantions and dust seals (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))
Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Rear Suspension component has excessive wear or free play shock linkage bracket as marked (5.3.3 (d))
Rear Suspension component insecure and control of the motorcycle impaired shock linkage bracket as marked (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear number plate starting to fade
Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
cables and wires are routed incorrectly in and around steering area which may cause an obstruction .
clutch lever hits clocks
Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Cables and wires are routed incorrectly in and around steering area which may cause an obstruction.
Clutch lever hits clocks on right hand lock stop
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)
Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)
Cables and wires are routed incorrectly in and around steering area which may cause an obstruction.
Clutch lever hits clocks on right hand lock stop
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)
Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
heavily corroded brake pads
throttle sticking on bar end
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?
Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KCZ 4189 is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 KCZ 4189, 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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KCZ 4189 is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 1 October 1997.
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