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P278 MEH

1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

45,697 mi
Last recorded45,697 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R28,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 MEH
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf 1000R
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2024 45,697 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 45,460 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Feb 2023 45,441 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 45,187 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 44,811 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 44,798 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking At caliper (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 44,795 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working From rear control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 43,512 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 43,185 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 42,688 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 42,104 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 41,330 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 41,310 miles

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 40,575 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 40,376 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 40,376 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 40,353 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 40,109 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 40,020 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 39,910 miles

front brakes binding 'req servicing soon

Pass 18 Sep 2008 39,107 miles

Rear tyre close to legal wear limit,needs changing soon. Slight blow from ex-pipes.

Pass 12 Sep 2007 36,808 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 36,793 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 35,612 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 35,612 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 1000R?

Based on 1,154 MOT tests across 168 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
784
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
168
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 4
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P278 MEH is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 28,966 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 Yzf 1000R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P278 MEH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf 1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Yzf 1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P278 MEH is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R, first registered on 11 June 1997.

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