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R39 SWR

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,746 mi
Last recorded17,746 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 SWR
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 17,746 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 17,746 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 16,036 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 14,592 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 145,516 miles
Pass 30 May 2011 14,379 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 14,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Jun 2009 13,922 miles

Rear brake disc discoloured.

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 26 May 2009 13,891 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear brake disc discoloured.

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 May 2008 13,511 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 13,481 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jan 2007 13,407 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 2,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 17 May 2006 2,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

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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R39 SWR is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R39 SWR, 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 R39 SWR registered?

R39 SWR is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 14 April 1998.

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