MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,906 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
chain and sprockets rusty and dry
front master cylinder has notch
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?
Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y266 NLN is a 2001 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 2001 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 17,598 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 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 Y266 NLN, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was Y266 NLN registered?
Y266 NLN is a 2001 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 8 May 2001.
Is Y266 NLN safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y266 NLN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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