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M40 FEB

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

18,179 mi
Last recorded18,179 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 FEB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 18,179 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 18,173 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 18,038 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 17,913 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 17,652 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 17,652 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 4 May 2012 16,865 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 16,476 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 16,283 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 15,438 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 14,649 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 14,430 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 13,966 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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M40 FEB is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 22,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M40 FEB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M40 FEB registered?

M40 FEB is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is M40 FEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M40 FEB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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