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R289 LKH

1998 Yamaha R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,307 mi
Last recorded18,307 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha R123,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 LKH
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2023 18,307 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 18,244 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 18,227 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 18,168 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 18,150 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 18,099 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 17,922 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 17,632 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 17,578 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 17,520 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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R289 LKH is a 1998 Yamaha R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 23,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R289 LKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R289 LKH registered?

R289 LKH is a 1998 Yamaha R1, first registered on 3 May 1998.

Is R289 LKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R289 LKH shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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