MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,697 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
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))
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))
Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil Both (2.3.3)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
front brakes binding 'req servicing soon
Rear tyre close to legal wear limit,needs changing soon. Slight blow from ex-pipes.
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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