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P138 OBA

1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

32,334 mi
Last recorded32,334 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R28,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP138 OBA
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf 1000R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 32,334 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 32,019 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 30,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 30,409 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 29,888 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 29,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 29,376 miles

Aftermarket silencer fitted.

Chain slightly too tight.

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 29,225 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2016 28,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Throttle operation is correct but occasionally sticks slighty

Pass 29 May 2015 28,676 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

aftermarket universal baffel fitted for re-test

Fail 29 May 2015 28,676 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 29 May 2014 27,724 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 27,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 27,008 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 26,671 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 26,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2009 25,154 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 25,154 miles

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 31 May 2008 23,622 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 23,622 miles

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

Rear brake binding a little bit.

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 1000R?

Based on 1,154 MOT tests across 168 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
784
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
168
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 4
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P138 OBA is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 28,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf 1000R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P138 OBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf 1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Yzf 1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P138 OBA registered?

P138 OBA is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R, first registered on 15 April 1997.

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