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R14 XVX

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

13,412 mi
Last recorded13,412 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR14 XVX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 13,412 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 13,286 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 13,128 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 12,995 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 12,948 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 12,906 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 12,688 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 12,148 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 11,476 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 21 Sep 2013 11,476 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 10,998 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 10,534 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 9,537 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2009 9,527 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 6,906 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 5,931 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 5,380 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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R14 XVX is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 R14 XVX, 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 R14 XVX registered?

R14 XVX is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R14 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R14 XVX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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