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P203 OBU

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

17,996 mi
Last recorded17,996 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP203 OBU
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 17,996 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 17,996 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 17,856 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 17,856 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 17,759 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 17,667 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 17,475 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 17,176 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 16,859 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 16,187 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 15,700 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 15,472 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 14,391 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 14,319 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 14,313 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 14,307 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 14,231 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 14,186 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 13,830 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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P203 OBU is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 P203 OBU, 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 P203 OBU registered?

P203 OBU is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P203 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P203 OBU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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