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T831 OBV

1999 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

21,306 mi
Last recorded21,306 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Yzf20,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT831 OBV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2012 21,306 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2012 21,284 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 19,903 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 19,868 miles

Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

both rear foot rest brackets have only one bolt holding them on. As bike has single seat they are not required for test & exhaust is secure enough.

Pass 19 Jun 2010 19,147 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 18,268 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 18,268 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,374 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 17,366 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2007 16,159 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 13,365 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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T831 OBV is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 20,680 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 T831 OBV, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T831 OBV registered?

T831 OBV is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 1 March 1999.

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