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P453 CWP

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,839 mi
Last recorded43,839 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP453 CWP
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2012 43,839 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 42,322 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 2 Apr 2011 42,288 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 40,647 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 37,545 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Apr 2009 37,542 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 33,623 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 31,153 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 31,153 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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P453 CWP is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P453 CWP, 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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P453 CWP is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 4 July 1997.

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