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R161 YLC

1998 Yamaha -

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,596 mi
Last recorded25,596 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha -22,566 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 YLC
MakeYamaha
Model-
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2022 25,596 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 25,492 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 25,406 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 24,883 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 24,126 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 23,345 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 22,570 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 22,566 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 22,561 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 22,391 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 22,197 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 21,952 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 21,076 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 20,288 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 19,905 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 19,516 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha -?

Based on 2,722 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
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R161 YLC is a 1998 Yamaha - in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha - models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 22,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha - fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R161 YLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha - typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha - is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R161 YLC registered?

R161 YLC is a 1998 Yamaha -, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R161 YLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R161 YLC shows 16 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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