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R161 GNK

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,141 mi
Last recorded27,141 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 GNK
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2013 27,141 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Jul 2013 27,141 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Aug 2010 26,011 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 23,533 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 22,182 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 18,540 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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R161 GNK is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 25,077 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 R161 GNK, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R161 GNK registered?

R161 GNK is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is R161 GNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R161 GNK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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