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R1 MNV

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,988 mi
Last recorded20,988 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 MNV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2015 20,988 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 20,895 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 20,459 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 19,600 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 18,754 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 May 2009 18,754 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 18,434 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 18,434 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 5 Apr 2007 15,756 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 15,756 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 15,497 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 15,497 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R1 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R1 MNV, 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 R1 MNV registered?

R1 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is R1 MNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 MNV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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