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R254 LFW

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,774 mi
Last recorded23,774 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR254 LFW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 23,774 miles

2mm Avon 120/70/ZR17/58W. Pads Ok.

3mm Avon 190/50/ZR17/73W. Pads Ok.

F 115Kg. R 140Kg.

Fail 13 Jun 2014 23,774 miles

2mm Avon 120/70/ZR17/58W. Pads Ok.

3mm Avon 190/50/ZR17/73W. Pads Ok.

F 115Kg. R 140Kg.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 23,445 miles

Front Avon 120/70/17 2.4mm.

Gear change linkage rubbing on chassis adjust to lower hole.

Rear Avon 190/50/17 4mm.

Pass 19 Jun 2010 23,014 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 23,014 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 22,497 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2008 21,919 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 21,291 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 20,708 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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R254 LFW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 22,170 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 R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R254 LFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R254 LFW registered?

R254 LFW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 21 April 1998.

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