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R257 DNB

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,637 mi
Last recorded24,637 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 DNB
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 24,637 miles

slight bind on brakes

Pass 24 Feb 2014 24,543 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 23,612 miles

ns switch gear slightly insecure

Fail 21 Feb 2013 23,612 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

ns switch gear slightly insecure

Pass 2 Nov 2011 21,943 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 21,115 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 20,625 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 19,067 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 17,134 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 15,129 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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R257 DNB is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R257 DNB, 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 R257 DNB registered?

R257 DNB is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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