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R14 XVW

1998 Yamaha Yzf

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,832 mi
Last recorded6,832 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR14 XVW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 6,832 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 6,540 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 6,380 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 5,849 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 5,817 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 5,734 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 5,520 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 5,441 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 5,068 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 4,930 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 4,854 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 4,769 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 4,705 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2006 4,603 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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 XVW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in White 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 XVW, 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 XVW registered?

R14 XVW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 11 December 1998.

Is R14 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R14 XVW 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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