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P164 PNF

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,994 mi
Last recorded64,994 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP164 PNF
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 64,994 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 63,663 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 60,363 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 58,862 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 56,184 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 56,184 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies brake light switch (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 52,629 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 52,629 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 52,123 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 52,123 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 51,095 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 50,204 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 49,053 miles

rear sprocket showing signs of wear

Fail 24 Jan 2012 49,053 miles

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

rear sprocket showing signs of wear

Pass 19 Jan 2011 47,981 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 47,114 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 45,528 miles

chain adjustment needed front tyre close to wear limit

Pass 24 Jan 2008 42,788 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 41,572 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 39,076 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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P164 PNF is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P164 PNF, 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 P164 PNF registered?

P164 PNF is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 1 June 1997.

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