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P861 OWF

1997 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

22,188 mi
Last recorded22,188 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf25,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP861 OWF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 22,188 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 21,368 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 21,368 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 May 2023 21,232 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 21,222 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 21,210 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 20,958 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 20,727 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 20,535 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 20,401 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 20,401 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 May 2013 20,223 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 20,046 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 18,941 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 18,072 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2008 18,017 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 16,789 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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P861 OWF is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 P861 OWF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P861 OWF registered?

P861 OWF is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is P861 OWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P861 OWF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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