MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,002 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 1000R?
Based on 1,154 MOT tests across 168 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R243 DRP is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 28,966 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 1000R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R243 DRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha Yzf 1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Yzf 1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R243 DRP registered?
R243 DRP is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R, first registered on 25 October 1997.
Is R243 DRP safe to buy?
The MOT history for R243 DRP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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