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R761 SLH

1997 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,575 mi
Last recorded20,575 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF100026,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 SLH
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 20,575 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 20,575 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 15,746 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 15,098 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 14,067 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 12,691 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 11,895 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 11,604 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 11,221 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2007 11,221 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 10,229 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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R761 SLH is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 26,078 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 R761 SLH, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R761 SLH registered?

R761 SLH is a 1997 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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