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P970 BDD

1997 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,553 mi
Last recorded15,553 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf25,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP970 BDD
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 15,553 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 15,553 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 15,158 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2021 14,996 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 May 2020 14,118 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush shock bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 May 2019 13,987 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 13,621 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 12,747 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 12,155 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 11,945 miles
Pass 11 May 2005 11,710 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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P970 BDD 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 P970 BDD, 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 P970 BDD registered?

P970 BDD is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P970 BDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P970 BDD 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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