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N290 DKP

1996 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,639 mi
Last recorded30,639 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF100026,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN290 DKP
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 30,639 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

body panels insecure

Pass 8 Apr 2021 29,269 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2019 28,124 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 27,375 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 May 2016 27,183 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 26,517 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 26,361 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 25,397 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 24,692 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 24,660 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 23,912 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 23,912 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 21,328 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Oct 2006 19,166 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 13 Aug 2005 15,471 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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N290 DKP is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 N290 DKP, 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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N290 DKP is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 10 June 1996.

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