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R252 EVM

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,831 mi
Last recorded30,831 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR252 EVM
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 30,831 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 30,810 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 30,632 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 30,489 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 30,301 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 30,238 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 29,224 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 28,928 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 28,928 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 27,792 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 26,530 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 24,447 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 22,501 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 21,109 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 20,662 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?

Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 382
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 342
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 263
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 184
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R252 EVM is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 25,077 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R252 EVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R252 EVM registered?

R252 EVM is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R252 EVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R252 EVM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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