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N242 KLB

1996 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,450 mi
Last recorded14,450 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF100026,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN242 KLB
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 14,450 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 14,116 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 13,092 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 13,025 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 12,934 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 12,830 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 12,695 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 May 2010 12,695 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 12,499 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 12,499 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 12,225 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 11,903 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 11,541 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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N242 KLB is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N242 KLB, 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 N242 KLB registered?

N242 KLB is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 2 April 1996.

Is N242 KLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N242 KLB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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