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P965 HBG

1997 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,090 mi
Last recorded14,090 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf25,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP965 HBG
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 14,090 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 14,051 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 14,015 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 13,975 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 13,898 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 13,815 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 13,799 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 13,685 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 13,464 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 13,087 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 13,039 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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P965 HBG is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P965 HBG, 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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What year was P965 HBG registered?

P965 HBG is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P965 HBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P965 HBG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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