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R117 LVL

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

31,758 mi
Last recorded31,758 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 LVL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 31,758 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 31,579 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 31,484 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 31,423 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 31,148 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 30,610 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 30,110 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 29,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 29,365 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 29,365 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 28,654 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 28,207 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 27,170 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 27,170 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 25,012 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 25,012 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2008 21,591 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2007 19,760 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 17,498 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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R117 LVL is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R117 LVL, 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 R117 LVL registered?

R117 LVL is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R117 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 LVL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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