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N164 LRT

1996 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF100026,768 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN164 LRT
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025

Engine not running on idle.

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2025

Engine not running on idle.

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2025

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Engine not running on idle.

No anti-slip on gear pedal just bolt and nuts fitted.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Inner front offside pad (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Very little fuel in tank on inspecting fuel cap.

Pass 23 Jan 2021 51,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2012 24,795 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2007 21,616 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2006 20,636 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearings have slight 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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N164 LRT is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 26,768 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 N164 LRT, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N164 LRT registered?

N164 LRT is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 22 April 1996.

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