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R194 FGC

1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,160 mi
Last recorded26,160 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R25,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR194 FGC
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf 1000R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 26,160 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 26,159 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose and dry (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 25,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 25,984 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 22,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 May 2019 16,260 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2018 16,106 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 15,560 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 15,094 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 14,430 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 13,644 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 12,307 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 12,299 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 12,299 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 11,931 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 11,592 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 11,547 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 1000R?

Based on 1,154 MOT tests across 168 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
784
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
168
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 4
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R194 FGC is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 25,432 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf 1000R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R194 FGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf 1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Yzf 1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R194 FGC registered?

R194 FGC is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is R194 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R194 FGC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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