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L742 UVG

1993 Yamaha GTS1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,010 mi
Last recorded31,010 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha GTS100035,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL742 UVG
MakeYamaha
ModelGTS1000
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 31,010 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 30,975 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 30,918 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 30,754 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 30,719 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 May 2020 30,676 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 30,557 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 30,373 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 30,257 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 30,199 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 30,155 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 29,520 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 28,738 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 28,738 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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L742 UVG is a 1993 Yamaha GTS1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L742 UVG, 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.

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What year was L742 UVG registered?

L742 UVG is a 1993 Yamaha GTS1000, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L742 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L742 UVG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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