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R160 HTW

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,224 mi
Last recorded15,224 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR160 HTW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2014 15,224 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 15,308 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 13,082 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 11,945 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 10,450 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 6,751 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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R160 HTW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R160 HTW, 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 R160 HTW registered?

R160 HTW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R160 HTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R160 HTW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R160 HTW have outstanding finance?

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