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P378 SBH

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

47,865 mi
Last recorded47,865 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP378 SBH
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 47,865 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 42,397 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 39,312 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 39,255 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 38,206 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 38,206 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 May 2016 37,952 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 37,459 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 36,033 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 30,457 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,021 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 24,658 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 23,728 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 22,292 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 21,620 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 19,393 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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P378 SBH is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P378 SBH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P378 SBH registered?

P378 SBH is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P378 SBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P378 SBH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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