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P431 KVM

1996 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,008 mi
Last recorded32,008 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Yzf27,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP431 KVM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 32,008 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 32,001 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2018 30,675 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 30,675 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 29,651 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 29,185 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 29,185 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 29,162 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 28,734 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 28,650 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 28,387 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 28,122 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 27,341 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 27,136 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 26,875 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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P431 KVM is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 27,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P431 KVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P431 KVM registered?

P431 KVM is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P431 KVM safe to buy?

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