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R43 STF

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,924 mi
Last recorded27,924 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 STF
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2020 27,924 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 27,793 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 27,672 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 27,221 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 May 2014 26,802 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 26,794 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

squeek from froont brakes

Pass 29 Jun 2012 26,150 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 24,970 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 22,808 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 20,980 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 19,184 miles

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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R43 STF is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R43 STF, 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 R43 STF registered?

R43 STF is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R43 STF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R43 STF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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