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M77 AMR

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,587 mi
Last recorded32,587 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM77 AMR
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 32,587 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 32,561 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 32,339 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 32,002 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 31,909 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2013 31,836 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 31,656 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 31,462 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 31,462 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 30,373 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 28,750 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 27,367 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 27,263 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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M77 AMR 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 M77 AMR, 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 M77 AMR registered?

M77 AMR is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 12 March 1998.

Is M77 AMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M77 AMR 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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