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SF04 COU

2004 Yamaha Yzf

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

25,437 mi
Last recorded25,437 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha Yzf16,545 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF04 COU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 25,437 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Jun 2022 22,153 miles

NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 29 May 2018 21,700 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 19,645 miles

no lights fitted at time of test to be used within daylight hours

Pass 22 May 2017 19,465 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 17,690 miles

no lights fitted at time of test, to be used within daylight hours

Pass 5 Apr 2014 160,469 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 12,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 12,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2012 9,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 9,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2010 7,086 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 7,086 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 5,169 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 3,592 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 3,592 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 1,406 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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SF04 COU is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 16,545 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF04 COU, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SF04 COU registered?

SF04 COU is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 16 March 2004.

Is SF04 COU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF04 COU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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