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R111 SBK

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,044 mi
Last recorded18,044 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 SBK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 18,044 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 17,915 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 17,450 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 17,011 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 16,053 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 15,670 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 15,670 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 14,231 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 14,036 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 12,368 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 9,867 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 8,764 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 May 2006 8,764 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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R111 SBK 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 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R111 SBK, 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.

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How do I check the history of R111 SBK?

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What year was R111 SBK registered?

R111 SBK is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R111 SBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R111 SBK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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