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R282 PGO

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

26,202 mi
Last recorded26,202 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR282 PGO
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 26,202 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 26,200 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 26,198 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 26,195 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Front wheel has slight buckle on outer rim.

Pass 24 Jun 2021 26,194 miles

Front and rear tyres showing wear

Front wheel rim has slight dent on o/s

Pass 7 Jul 2020 26,033 miles

Front wheel has slight damage to rim

Pass 24 Aug 2018 26,022 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 26,018 miles

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength Rim (4.2.1a)

Fail 21 Aug 2017 26,018 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength Rim (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 25,853 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 25,807 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Outer Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 May 2015 25,807 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 25,774 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 23 May 2013 25,714 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2013 25,714 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 25,693 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 25,576 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 25,576 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 25,042 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 23,937 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 22,460 miles

both front indicators slightly loose on side fairings

front o/s wheel rim has a slight bent on rim

front tyre has a nail in it and punctured

Pass 5 Apr 2007 21,418 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 20,687 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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R282 PGO is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R282 PGO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R282 PGO registered?

R282 PGO is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R282 PGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R282 PGO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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