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P185 GBW

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,848 mi
Last recorded20,848 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP185 GBW
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2020 20,848 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 20,630 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 20,361 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 20,275 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 20,173 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 19,610 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 18,462 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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P185 GBW is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P185 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 P185 GBW registered?

P185 GBW is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P185 GBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P185 GBW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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