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N26 XAW

1996 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

34,640 mi
Last recorded34,640 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF100026,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN26 XAW
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 34,640 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 34,533 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2020 34,259 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2020 34,259 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 33,547 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 33,371 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 32,338 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 32,165 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 32,150 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 30,932 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 30,932 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 May 2013 30,241 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 30,238 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 10 May 2012 29,961 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 26,444 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 23,236 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 23,236 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2009 22,057 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 22,057 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 21,607 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 18,727 miles

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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N26 XAW is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 N26 XAW, 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 N26 XAW registered?

N26 XAW is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is N26 XAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N26 XAW shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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