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P23 NLT

1997 Yamaha Yzf

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

45,721 mi
Last recorded45,721 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf25,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP23 NLT
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 45,721 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 44,117 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 43,045 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 42,416 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 41,644 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 40,876 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 40,230 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 39,580 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 38,673 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 38,673 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick REAR (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 37,054 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 35,833 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 35,833 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively worn rear (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 34,750 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 33,346 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 33,346 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 31,700 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 28,609 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 26,030 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 26,023 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 May 2008 25,026 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 23,315 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 May 2006 21,827 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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P23 NLT is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 25,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P23 NLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P23 NLT registered?

P23 NLT is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P23 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P23 NLT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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