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P146 PYG

1996 Yamaha GTS1000

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,694 mi
Last recorded48,694 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha GTS100022,631 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP146 PYG
MakeYamaha
ModelGTS1000
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 48,694 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 47,096 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 42,211 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 42,189 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 40,993 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 39,239 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 37,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 May 2014 34,409 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 32,883 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 30,983 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 27,894 miles
Pass 31 May 2010 25,897 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 31 May 2010 25,897 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 May 2009 22,940 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 19,083 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 17,046 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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P146 PYG is a 1996 Yamaha GTS1000 in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha GTS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 22,631 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 P146 PYG, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha GTS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P146 PYG registered?

P146 PYG is a 1996 Yamaha GTS1000, first registered on 28 August 1996.

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