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P509 PGP

1996 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,215 mi
Last recorded30,215 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Yzf27,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP509 PGP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 30,215 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 30,190 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 30,164 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 30,112 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 30,018 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 28,524 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 28,524 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 27,086 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 26,239 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 25,092 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 23,964 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 21,933 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 20,386 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 19,583 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 18,513 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 16,591 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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P509 PGP is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P509 PGP, 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 P509 PGP registered?

P509 PGP is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P509 PGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P509 PGP 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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