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R309 OWT

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,522 mi
Last recorded26,522 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR309 OWT
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 26,522 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 25,335 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 24,174 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 23,477 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 23,354 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 23,042 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 21,697 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 21,596 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 20,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 18,457 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 18,015 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 18,015 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 16,812 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 16,812 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 May 2007 15,482 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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R309 OWT is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 22,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R309 OWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R309 OWT registered?

R309 OWT is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R309 OWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R309 OWT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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