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N508 MGK

1996 Yamaha Yzf

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,176 mi
Last recorded42,176 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Yzf27,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN508 MGK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 42,176 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 42,176 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

bolt touching chain

Pass 15 Oct 2016 37,408 miles

Front mudguard fixing broken

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 15 Oct 2016 37,408 miles

Front mudguard fixing broken

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 37,104 miles

one Front mudguard fixing missing

Pass 1 Nov 2014 36,838 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 36,165 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 36,165 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 33,413 miles

Front mudguard screw missing

Fail 16 Oct 2012 33,374 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2011 31,525 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

rear caliper will need seals and rebuild soon

Pass 28 Apr 2010 30,514 miles

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

front mudguard damaged

Pass 14 Mar 2008 28,250 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 20,529 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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N508 MGK is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 27,970 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 Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N508 MGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N508 MGK registered?

N508 MGK is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 23 April 1996.

Is N508 MGK safe to buy?

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