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N45 MHG

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,221 mi
Last recorded42,221 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN45 MHG
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 42,221 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 42,167 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 41,143 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 40,881 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 38,495 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 38,495 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 1 May 2021 38,465 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 38,191 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 18 May 2019 37,127 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 36,176 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 36,176 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2017 35,219 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 34,776 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 34,578 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 34,578 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 17 May 2014 33,992 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2014 33,992 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 33,957 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 33,766 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 32,281 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 29,450 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 26,144 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 23,730 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 20,573 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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N45 MHG is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 26,078 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 N45 MHG, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N45 MHG registered?

N45 MHG is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is N45 MHG safe to buy?

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