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P287 ESO

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,413 mi
Last recorded42,413 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 ESO
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 42,413 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2024 41,999 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 41,816 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 41,652 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 39,159 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 38,849 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 38,849 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 38,508 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 37,728 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 37,039 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 36,359 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 36,191 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 34,891 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 33,904 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 33,904 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 28,971 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 25,025 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 21,577 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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P287 ESO is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P287 ESO, 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 P287 ESO registered?

P287 ESO is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 2 July 1997.

Is P287 ESO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P287 ESO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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