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R342 SSW

1998 Yamaha R1

Blue Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,893 mi
Last recorded61,893 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha R123,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR342 SSW
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2025 61,893 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 58,966 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 55,157 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 53,258 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 52,241 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 50,225 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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R342 SSW is a 1998 Yamaha R1 in Blue with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R342 SSW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R342 SSW registered?

R342 SSW is a 1998 Yamaha R1, first registered on 10 April 1998.

Is R342 SSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R342 SSW shows 6 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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