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R14 XVB

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,007 mi
Last recorded35,007 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR14 XVB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 35,007 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 34,993 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 34,924 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 33,583 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 32,582 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 30,779 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 30,750 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 30,685 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 29,521 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 28,054 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 26,470 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 24,536 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 19,322 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2005 13,820 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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R14 XVB is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 22,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R14 XVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R14 XVB registered?

R14 XVB is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R14 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R14 XVB shows 14 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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