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P262 TBM

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,161 mi
Last recorded69,161 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP262 TBM
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 69,161 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2016 59,242 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2016 59,242 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on side light (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 48,429 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 48,429 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

indicator wiring fouling fork

Pass 10 Jun 2013 6,935 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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P262 TBM is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P262 TBM, 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 P262 TBM registered?

P262 TBM is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 18 February 1997.

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