MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
46,996 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?
Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.
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P162 GBW is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 P162 GBW, 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 P162 GBW registered?
P162 GBW is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 9 April 1997.
Is P162 GBW safe to buy?
The MOT history for P162 GBW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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