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K218 OHC

1993 Yamaha GTS1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,646 mi
Last recorded59,646 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha GTS100035,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK218 OHC
MakeYamaha
ModelGTS1000
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 59,646 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 59,643 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 59,638 miles

Brake control one feels spongy.

Fail 14 Aug 2023 59,634 miles

Front Brake hose connection leaking at caliper (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2022 59,570 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 59,566 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 58,877 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 55,375 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 51,184 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 47,496 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 45,487 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 44,657 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha GTS1000?

Based on 1,172 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
468
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 5
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 3
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 3
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K218 OHC is a 1993 Yamaha GTS1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha GTS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 35,770 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 GTS1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K218 OHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha GTS1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha GTS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K218 OHC registered?

K218 OHC is a 1993 Yamaha GTS1000, first registered on 26 March 1993.

Is K218 OHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K218 OHC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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