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R34 NBU

1998 Yamaha -

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

14,894 mi
Last recorded14,894 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha -22,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR34 NBU
MakeYamaha
Model-
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 14,894 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 4,103 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 4,071 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 3,921 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 577 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 10,772 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 2,046 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 10,772 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 10,772 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 4 May 2016 10,648 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 10,592 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 9,950 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha -?

Based on 2,722 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
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R34 NBU is a 1998 Yamaha - in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha - models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 22,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha - fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R34 NBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha - typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha - is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R34 NBU registered?

R34 NBU is a 1998 Yamaha -, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R34 NBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R34 NBU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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