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R103 GJO

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,916 mi
Last recorded6,916 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 GJO
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 6,916 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 6,621 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 6,611 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 6,587 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 6,587 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

top o/s fairing damaged

Pass 22 May 2012 6,483 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 6,450 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 6,366 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 6,181 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 6,181 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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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R103 GJO is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R103 GJO, 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 R103 GJO registered?

R103 GJO is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 14 July 1998.

Is R103 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 GJO shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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