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N171 WTA

1996 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

31,437 mi
Last recorded31,437 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF100026,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 WTA
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 31,437 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 31,398 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 30,864 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 30,592 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 30,117 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 30,117 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 29,664 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 29,664 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 29,105 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 May 2017 28,006 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 24,845 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 23,149 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 23,149 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 22,708 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 22,446 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front fluid reservoir loose

Fail 5 Feb 2011 22,446 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front fluid reservoir loose

Pass 9 Feb 2010 21,521 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 21,452 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 21,452 miles

Outer Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 May 2008 20,936 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 19,215 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 17,882 miles

Rear 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.

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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N171 WTA is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 N171 WTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N171 WTA registered?

N171 WTA is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 30 May 1996.

Is N171 WTA safe to buy?

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