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R221 MNV

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,649 mi
Last recorded15,649 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR221 MNV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2016 15,649 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 15,455 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 15,342 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 15,234 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 15,074 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 14,758 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 14,316 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 12,874 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 12,255 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 10,437 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2005 9,096 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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R221 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 R221 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 R221 MNV registered?

R221 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 13 June 1998.

Is R221 MNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R221 MNV shows 11 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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