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N52 RDF

1996 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,806 mi
Last recorded14,806 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF100026,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN52 RDF
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 14,806 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 14,695 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 14,541 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 14,100 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 14,077 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 13,700 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 13,217 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 12,825 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 11,856 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 11,856 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 10,747 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 10,403 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 10,378 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 9,523 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 8,644 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?

Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 382
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 342
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 263
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 184
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N52 RDF is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 26,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N52 RDF, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N52 RDF registered?

N52 RDF is a 1996 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 11 April 1996.

Is N52 RDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N52 RDF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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