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P83 FVV

1996 Yamaha Yzf

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,055 mi
Last recorded78,055 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Yzf27,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP83 FVV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2013 78,055 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 73,159 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 70,028 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 67,534 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 66,519 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 62,350 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 62,350 miles

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

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2007 52,179 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 42,833 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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P83 FVV is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P83 FVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P83 FVV registered?

P83 FVV is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P83 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P83 FVV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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