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R285 PGO

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,012 mi
Last recorded25,012 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 PGO
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 25,012 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 24,873 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 24,774 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 24,514 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 24,161 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 23,836 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 23,836 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 May 2015 23,564 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 23,240 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 23,240 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 May 2013 22,941 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 22,644 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 22,193 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 21,653 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 21,079 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 20,321 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 20,294 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 20,030 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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R285 PGO is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R285 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.

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What year was R285 PGO registered?

R285 PGO is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R285 PGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R285 PGO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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