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L19 CDS

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

40,212 mi
Last recorded40,212 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL19 CDS
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 40,212 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 38,504 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 36,582 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 33,769 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 32,117 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 30,367 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 28,512 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 28,503 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative must work with engine running and switched off (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 27,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jul 2018 27,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2016 26,944 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 26,724 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 23,877 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 20,605 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 18,499 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 18,482 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 18,457 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 18,413 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 17,447 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 15,519 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 15,509 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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L19 CDS is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 25,077 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 L19 CDS, 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 28 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 L19 CDS registered?

L19 CDS is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is L19 CDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L19 CDS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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