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P81 SRL

1997 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

32,560 mi
Last recorded32,560 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf25,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP81 SRL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 32,560 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 32,560 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 32,543 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 32,293 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 32,293 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 29,977 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 28,327 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 26,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2013 26,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 26,678 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 26,071 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 22,615 miles

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

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

Rear caliper seals

Fail 3 Jun 2010 22,615 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

Rear caliper seals

Pass 5 May 2009 19,679 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 18,003 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 18,003 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 17,201 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 16,577 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

rear wheel hugger securing bolt missing

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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P81 SRL is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 25,816 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 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 P81 SRL, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P81 SRL is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 14 April 1997.

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