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P164 RUB

1996 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,986 mi
Last recorded26,986 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Yzf27,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP164 RUB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 26,986 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 26,540 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 24,983 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 24,983 miles

Rear tyre plugged

Pass 13 Apr 2016 23,544 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 22,915 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 19,309 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 17,393 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 14,258 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 13,603 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 13,603 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 10,498 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 10,368 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 9,725 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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P164 RUB is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 27,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P164 RUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P164 RUB registered?

P164 RUB is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 13 August 1996.

Is P164 RUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P164 RUB 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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