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R11 ERS

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

18,378 mi
Last recorded18,378 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR11 ERS
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 18,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 18,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 18,291 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 18,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 17,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 17,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 17,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 17,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 16,654 miles

Bike fitted with an after market exhaust silencer but not excessively loud.

Pass 16 May 2017 16,247 miles

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

Nearside Chain guard missing

Pass 20 May 2016 15,954 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 15,591 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 15,444 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 14,928 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 14,387 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 14,098 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 13,711 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 13,358 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 12,426 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 12,426 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 12,202 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 9,344 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 6,631 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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R11 ERS is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R11 ERS, 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 R11 ERS registered?

R11 ERS is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R11 ERS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R11 ERS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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