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OEX 111

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

15,965 mi
Last recorded15,965 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEX 111
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 15,965 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 15,965 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 15,702 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 15,443 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 14,155 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 13,780 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 13,352 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 2 Jun 2017 13,352 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 May 2016 12,521 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 4 May 2016 12,521 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 11,541 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 10,351 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 10,344 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

brakes binding slightly

Pass 26 Aug 2009 10,214 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 10,214 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 9,065 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 9,065 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 8,711 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 8,606 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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OEX 111 is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 OEX 111, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OEX 111 registered?

OEX 111 is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is OEX 111 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEX 111 shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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