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R814 MBC

1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,619 mi
Last recorded37,619 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R28,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR814 MBC
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf 1000R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2007 37,619 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 37,193 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 37,193 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 34,292 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 1000R?

Based on 1,154 MOT tests across 168 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
784
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
168
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 4
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R814 MBC is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R814 MBC, 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 R814 MBC registered?

R814 MBC is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 1000R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R814 MBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R814 MBC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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