CarVerify

Free Car Check

P228 XWS

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,324 mi
Last recorded43,324 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP228 XWS
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 43,324 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2026 43,304 miles

Fuel cap ineffective seal ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure front fairing insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear tyre deflated

Pass 29 May 2025 41,816 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 41,777 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 41,703 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 41,702 miles

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2020 41,370 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2020 41,370 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working foot brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 40,524 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 39,009 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 36,841 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 36,790 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 May 2014 36,632 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 35,756 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 33,366 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 32,654 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 31,084 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 31,084 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2007 30,275 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 29,699 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
Full Yamaha YZF1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P228 XWS 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 P228 XWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P228 XWS?

You can check the full history of P228 XWS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P228 XWS registered?

P228 XWS is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P228 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P228 XWS shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P228 XWS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P228 XWS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.