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R258 RSA

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,248 mi
Last recorded39,248 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR258 RSA
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 39,248 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 39,224 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 13 May 2017 38,963 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 38,602 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 37,874 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 37,000 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 35,520 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 34,577 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 33,967 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 32,594 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 26,868 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 22,294 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 20,563 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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R258 RSA is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R258 RSA, 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 R258 RSA registered?

R258 RSA is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R258 RSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R258 RSA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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