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R138 MNV

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,985 mi
Last recorded12,985 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 MNV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 31 May 2025 12,985 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 12,982 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 12,980 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 12,974 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 12,972 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 12,819 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 12,607 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 12,220 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 11,841 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 11,415 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 11,231 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 11,126 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 11,042 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 10,964 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 10,320 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 10,198 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 10,123 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 9,754 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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R138 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R138 MNV, 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 R138 MNV registered?

R138 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R138 MNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R138 MNV shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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