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P515 UNK

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,509 mi
Last recorded47,509 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP515 UNK
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 47,509 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 47,393 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 47,145 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 46,870 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 46,556 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 46,318 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 46,318 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2016 46,318 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 45,817 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 45,615 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 45,427 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 45,223 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 44,751 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 43,277 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 43,071 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 37,146 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 36,416 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 31,954 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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P515 UNK is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P515 UNK, 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 P515 UNK registered?

P515 UNK is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 2 July 1997.

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The MOT history for P515 UNK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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