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R458 UJC

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,204 mi
Last recorded61,204 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR458 UJC
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 61,204 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2011 61,182 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 May 2010 55,781 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 52,843 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 52,843 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 May 2008 50,281 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 48,033 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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R458 UJC is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 R458 UJC, 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 R458 UJC registered?

R458 UJC is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 22 April 1998.

Is R458 UJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R458 UJC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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